Mexico will hope to make the most of their home advantage when they meet Ecuador in the round of 32 in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
The co-hosts have enjoyed a perfect start to the World Cup after winning all three of their games without conceding to progress to the knock-out stages as Group A winners.
Mexico boss Javier Aguirre rested star man Raúl Jiménez for their final group game against Czechia and the Wolves forward is likely to return to the XI, despite the team scoring three times.
Gonzalo Plata scored a dramatic late winner in Ecuador’s last group match against Germany, sparking wild celebrations from head coach Sebastián Beccacece and helping La Tri progress to the knockout rounds as one of the best third-placed teams.
It’s only the second time in the nation’s history that they have been beyond the group stage and Beccacece will be hoping to continue their run by stunning the home crowd.
England or DR Congo await the winners in the round of 16.
Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Mexico v Ecuador on TV and online.
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When is Mexico v Ecuador?
Mexico v Ecuador will take place on Wednesday 1 July 2026.
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Mexico v Ecuador kick-off time
Mexico v Ecuador will kick off at 2am UK time.
The round of 32 match is set to be played at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City, Mexico.
What TV channel is Mexico v Ecuador on?
You can watch the game live on ITV 1.
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How to live stream Mexico v Ecuador online
UK viewers can stream the game live online via ITVX.
The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app.
Is Mexico v Ecuador on radio?
You can listen to the match on talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live.
BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.
talkSPORT is available on DAB radio, predominantly MW 1089 kHz though you may need to check its official website for some localised frequencies for talkSPORT, and like the BBC, you can tune in via most TV packages. You can also listen to talkSPORT online via the website or app.
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