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Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador 2-0 to reach the round of 16
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored goals in a nine-minute span in the first half and Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 on Tuesday night to break a 40-year drought without a win in the knockout stage and progressed to the World Cup round of 16.Quiñones opened the scoring in the 22nd minute while Ji...
Key takeaway In Qatar 2022, they were eliminated in the group stage for the first time since Argentina in 1978.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The Mexican national team's historic win over Ecuador has sent shockwaves of excitement throughout the San Antonio area, home to a large and vibrant Mexican-American community. Fans gathered at local watch parties and restaurants to cheer on El Tri, and the victory has sparked widespread celebration. The team's success is particularly meaningful in Terrell Hills , where many residents have strong ties to Mexico and take great pride in the country's athletic achievements. As Mexico advances to the round of 16, local businesses are likely to see an uptick in sales of Mexican jerseys, flags, and other team gear. The city's Mexican restaurants and bars will also likely be packed with fans watching the team's upcoming match, providing a boost to the local economy. With Mexico's next match just around the corner, the community is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to come together and cheer on their team once again.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored goals in a nine-minute span in the first half and Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 on Tuesday night to break a 40-year drought without a win in the knockout stage and progressed to the World Cup round of 16.Quiñones opened the scoring in the 22nd minute while Ji...
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