Mexico reach World Cup last 16 with 2-0 win over 10-man Ecuador
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- Mexico cruised into the World Cup last 16 with a 2-0 victory over Ecuador in a weather-delayed contest at the Azteca Stadium, with Ecuador finishing the match with 10 men.
- The result sets up a potential last-16 tie between Mexico and England, pending England's knockout outcome.
Why it matters: Mexico progress past the group stage and into the knockout rounds despite a weather delay, and the bracket now positions El Tri for a high-profile potential meeting with England.
