Mexico vs Ecuador Result: Mexico 2–0 Ecuador — Round of 16 — World Cup 2026
Quick answer: Mexico 2–0 Ecuador at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City on June 30, 2026 — Round of 16, Match 79. Scorers: Mexico: Julian Quinones (22'), Raul Jimenez (31').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Mexico 2–0 Ecuador |
| Stage | Round of 16 |
| Match | #79 (Round of 16) |
| Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 19:00 |
| Venue | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
| Stage | Round of 16 — Match #79 |
| Goal scorers | Mexico: Julian Quinones 22', Raul Jimenez 31' |
Goal Scorers
- 22'Julian Quinones
- 31'Raul Jimenez
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Cards
| Min | Mexico | Card |
|---|---|---|
| — | — | — |
| Min | Ecuador | Card |
|---|---|---|
| 90+5' | Piero Hincapie | Red card |
Match Summary
Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored in the first half as El Tri advanced to the Round of 8 in front of a passionate home crowd.
Player of the match: Julian Quinones.
Key Moments
- Julian Quinones opened the scoring in the 22nd minute.
- Raul Jimenez doubled Mexico's lead in the 31st minute.
- Ecuador pushed for a comeback but could not break down Mexico's defence.
- Piero Hincapie was sent off for Ecuador in the 90+5th minute.
Bracket Impact
Mexico advance and will face the winner of Match #80 (England vs DR Congo) in Match #92 on 5 July. Ecuador are eliminated.
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What This Means for Mexico & Ecuador
Mexico advance; Ecuador are eliminated.
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What's Next in the Knockout Stage
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Mexico | Knockout bracket — Round of 16 |
| Ecuador | Eliminated |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Mexico vs Ecuador score at World Cup 2026?
Mexico 2–0 Ecuador — played at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City on June 30, 2026 (Round of 16, Match #79).
Who won Mexico vs Ecuador World Cup 2026?
Mexico won 2–0.
Where was Mexico vs Ecuador played?
Estadio Azteca, Mexico City — kickoff 19:00 local time.
What stage is Mexico vs Ecuador?
Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — Match #79.
How does this result affect the knockout bracket?
Mexico advance and will face the winner of Match #80 (England vs DR Congo) in Match #92 on 5 July. Ecuador are eliminated.
Who scored in Mexico vs Ecuador?
Mexico: Julian Quinones 22', Raul Jimenez 31'.