Ecuador's national football team exits the 2026 World Cup after a loss to Mexico. The central defender Piero Hincapié apologizes to Ecuadorians.

What happened in the match?

Ecuador lost 2-0 to Mexico in the round of 16 thanks to goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez.

Why is it important for Ecuador?

The loss means the end of Ecuador's participation in the 2026 World Cup. Piero Hincapié used his Instagram account to apologize to Ecuadorians.

What comes next?

Hincapié will take his days off before rejoining Arsenal's preseason. | Date | Result | | --- | --- | | 2025-11-19 | Ecuador 2-0 New Zealand | The Ecuadorian team had maintained a streak of 5 unbeaten games before the loss to Mexico. Recent form: 1W-4D-0L (WDDDD, most recent first); unbeaten in the last 5.