Mexican Fans Create Noise Outside Ecuador Hotel Before FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Match
Ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match in Mexico City, hundreds of Mexican fans gathered outside Ecuador's team hotel late Monday, creating loud noise with drums, horns, chants, and speakers. Videos showed Ecuador players observing the disruption, which sparked debate over whether this constituted gamesmanship or crossed ethical lines. Mexico, unbeaten in the group stage, face Ecuador, who advanced unexpectedly. Ecuador's coach dismissed concerns about the disturbance, while some reports noted Ecuador sought local authorities' assistance.