The match between Mexico and Ecuador has ended in the 2026 World Cup 1/16 final. The match took place at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City and was refereed by Slovenia's Slavko Vincic. Mexico won the match 2-0. Mexican player Hilberto Mora, 17, attracted attention as the youngest player since Pele to start in the World Cup playoffs. Pele played for Brazil against Wales in 1958 at the age of 17 years and 239 days. Mora tied this record at the age of 17 years and 259 days. With this victory, Mexico will face the winner of England vs. Democratic Republic of the Congo in the 1/8 final. Meanwhile, the Ecuadorian representative has decided to leave the tournament. The 2026 World Cup will be held from June 11th to July 19th in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with Argentina being the reigning champions.
---チームJuly 1, 2026Samurai Blue Goal
Mexico's 17-year-old talent matches Pele's feats
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0, with 17-year-old Hilberto Mora equaling Pele's record.
The match between Mexico and Ecuador has ended in the 2026 World Cup 1/16 final. The match took place at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City and was refereed by Slovenia's Slavko Vincic. Mexico won the match 2-0. Mexican player Hilberto Mora, 17, attracted attention as the youngest player since Pele to start in the World Cup playoffs. Pele played for Brazil against Wales in 1958 at the age of 17 years and 239 days. Mora tied this record at the age of 17 years and 259 days. With this victory, Mexico will face the winner of England vs. Democratic Republic of the Congo in the 1/8 final. Meanwhile, the Ecuadorian representative has decided to leave the tournament. The 2026 World Cup will be held from June 11th to July 19th in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with Argentina being the reigning champions.
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