Mexico's national team faces Ecuador in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup at Estadio Ciudad de México today. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. central time.
Mexico arrives with a perfect record after three group stage wins and no goals conceded. Coach Javier Aguirre said a near-perfect game is required against an intense opponent.
Ecuador advanced as one of the best third-place teams after a 2-1 win over Germany. Coach Sebastián Beccacece praised Mexico as a powerhouse and noted the challenge of playing at the Azteca.
The match will take place under special measures in Mexico City, including a dry law in several neighborhoods from 3 p.m. The appointed referee is Slovenian Slavko Vinčić.
