Mexico books Round of 16 spots in front of home fans

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(SP)MEXICO-MEXICO CITY-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-ROUND OF 32-MEX VS ECU — Players of Mexico celebrate a goal by Raul Jimenez during the round of 32 match between Mexico and Ecuador at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium, Mexico, June 30, 2026 Source: SIPA USA / Martin Zabala/Xinhua/Sipa USA/AAP Image

Co-hosts Mexico advanced to the Round of 16, while superstar strikers Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé help send Norway and France through.

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Published 1 July 2026 4:38pm

Presented by Yumi Oba

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Co-hosts Mexico advanced to the Round of 16, while superstar strikers Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé help send Norway and France through.

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