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The Ecuador national team is staying at the Westin Santa Fe hotel in Mexico City, where dozens of Mexican fans gathered to perform a loud “serenata” with the intention of disrupting their opponents before the match.
What is the “serenata” to the rival?
The “serenata” is a strategy used by some fans to try to affect the rest of the visiting teams during the early morning before a match.
Why is it important for Ecuador?
The Ecuador national team is looking to advance in the 2026 World Cup and a win over Mexico would be an important step towards that goal.
What comes next?
Ecuador will face Mexico in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, with a ticket to the quarterfinals at stake.
The Ecuador national team has a recent record of 1W-4D-0L in their last 5 games, and their last win was over New Zealand with a score of 2-0 on November 19, 2025.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| November 19, 2025 | Ecuador vs New Zealand | 2-0 |
| Last 5 games | 1W-4D-0L | - |
