Mexico reach the World Cup last 16 after defeating Ecuador 2-0 at the Estadio Azteca. Multiple reports describe the match as a comfortable victory in which Mexico secure their place in the next round with a first-half advantage, ultimately cruising through the tie. The game is also noted as being affected by weather conditions, with BBC reporting it takes place as a weather-delayed contest. Ecuador are not able to force a comeback, and Mexico hold their lead to finish the match 2-0.
With Mexico’s qualification secured, attention turns to the possible next opponent. England can advance to the last 16 if they beat the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday, and several outlets say Mexico’s next game would be against the winner of that England–DR Congo tie. If England qualify, the fixture would be a potential matchup between Mexico and England in Mexico City at the Azteca Stadium.
Across the reports, the core points are Mexico’s 2-0 win over Ecuador, the qualification for the last 16, and the pending outcome of England’s match against DR Congo that will determine Mexico’s opponent.
