Mexico advanced to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Ecuador on Wednesday at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, one of the tournament’s co-host venues.
Julián Quiñones opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, with Raúl Jiménez doubling the lead nine minutes later. Ecuador offered little in response as Mexico controlled the match from start to finish.
The win came after Mexico had already topped Group A with a perfect nine points from three wins, finishing above South Africa, Czech Republic, and South Korea in the group stage.
Mexico will return to the Azteca on Sunday to face the winner of Wednesday’s later match between England and DR Congo.
