The Latest Breaking News from Mexico

Mexico fans accused of using homophobic chant during World Cup match against Ecuador

The chant has cost the Mexican Federation several fines by FIFA

The Independent UK · Jul 1

Three die in Mexico City World Cup street celebrations

Emergency crews were called to the Juárez area of the capital after three people were reported to be unconscious.

Euronews · Jul 1

Iran players depart unwelcoming World Cup, jeered by US official but saluted by fans

In a World Cup co-hosted by a country waging war on their homeland, the odds were always stacked against Iran’s Team Melli, who narrowly missed out on the knockout stage despite being undefeated. Their players departed North America on Tuesday, mocked by a senior official in the Trump administration but…

France 24 · Jul 1

World Cup 2026: England v DR Congo buildup, Bielsa departs, France dazzle and more – as it happened

Marcelo Bielsa left his post as Uruguay head coach as England and DR Congo prepared for battle

The Guardian - UK · Jul 1

Mexico set up potential England World Cup clash as Arsenal's Piero Hincapie sent off

Azteca awaits Three Lions if they beat DR Congo on Wednesday evening

Evening Standard · Jul 1

Mexico dominate Ecuador in ominous World Cup display – and England could be next

Mexico 2-0 Ecuador: The co-hosts delivered a sublime performance to delight home fans as they moved into the last-16 of the World Cup

The Independent UK · Jul 1

Mexico's Fast Start, Not Its Famous Defense, Sinks Ecuador at the Azteca

Mexico beat 10-man Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca, ending a 40-year World Cup knockout drought behind two early goals and a red-card meltdown.

Latin Times · Jul 1

Piero Hincapie becomes second World Cup player to be sent off for covering his mouth

The Ecuador defender lost his composure at the end of a chastening evening against Mexico at the Azteca

The Independent UK · Jul 1

Mexico Player Ratings vs. Ecuador: El Tri Earns First Knockout Stage Win in 40 Years

Mexico’s 2–0 victory over Ecuador in the round of 32 sent the South Americans packing.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 1

Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16 and end knockout hoodoo

⁠MEXICO CITY: Mexico ⁠ended a 40-year wait for ​a World Cup knockout victory as first-half goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez secured a 2-0 win over Ecuador on Tuesday, sending the co-hosts into ​the last 16 amid euphoric scenes at a rocking Azteca Stadium.

Bangkok Post · Jul 1