Full-Time: Mexico Win First WC Knockout Game in 40 Years as Ecuador See Late Red

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Full-Time: Mexico Win First WC Knockout Game in 40 Years as Ecuador See Late Red

Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16, ending their knockout drought since 1986. Julián Quiñones opened scoring in the 22nd minute before Raúl Jiménez doubled the lead nine minutes later. No second-half goals followed, though Ecuador pressed heavily before Piero Hincapie was sent off in stoppage time for covering his mouth during a confrontation.

By Nischay Rathore

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England Face Congo to Headline Three World Cup Round of 32 Matches Today

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Marco Palestra Officially Signs for Chelsea

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Marco Palestra Officially Signs for Chelsea

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Barcelona President Laporta Confirms Club Sent Offer for Julian Alvarez

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Barcelona President Laporta Confirms Club Sent Offer for Julian Alvarez

"I have spoken with Atletico: we sent an offer and we know that Julian wanted to come to Barca for a long time, since he was at Man City," Laporta said per Romano. Alvarez has already agreed personal terms with Barcelona but Atletico rejected a $111M offer and are demanding $166.5 million. Alvarez publicly said leaving is "best for everyone."

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