Sports · 1 July 2026

Mexico ends 40-year World Cup knockout curse

Mexico finally won a World Cup knockout game, beating Ecuador in a rain-delayed match. This victory breaks a 40-year streak, as they hadn't won a knockout game since hosting the tournament in 1986. Manager Javier Aguirre, in his third World Cup stint, celebrated ending decades of heartache for the team.

By BriefTea Editorial · 1 July 2026 at 6:17

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