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Mexico Beats Ecuador for 1st World Cup Knockout Stage Win Since 1986
Julian Quinones had a goal and an assist as Mexico maintained control and earned its fourth straight clean sheet.
- On Tuesday, Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, advancing to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a commanding performance.
- Julian Quinones netted the opening goal in the 22nd minute following Roberto Alvarado's long pass, while Raul Jimenez doubled the advantage in the 31st minute from close range.
- Mexico won a knockout-round match for the first time since 1986, with 17-year-old midfielder Gilberto Mora starting and goalkeeper Raul Rangel securing the team's fourth consecutive clean sheet.
- The hosts will face either England or Congo on Sunday, July 5, at Estadio Azteca, with tickets for the Round of 16 match starting at $4,150.
- Mexico became the second team to win four times in the 2026 tournament, joining France, after completing group play with a perfect 3-0-0 record.
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