Mexico Wins World Cup Knockout Match After 40-Year Drought at Azteca Stadium

Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca Stadium, securing the nation's first World Cup knockout‑stage win in four decades. Luis Chávez opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with a low drive from outside the box, and Guillermo Ochoa doubled the lead with a close‑range finish in the 68th minute.

The victory revives Mexico’s campaign hopes and sparked jubilant celebrations among the home crowd.