"A Victory Like Today Is Simply the Best!"... Mexico's Aguirre Breaks 40-Year Tournament Jinx

On July 1 (KST), Mexico secured a 2-0 victory over Ecuador in the Round of 32 at the 2026 North and Central America World Cup, advancing to the Round of 16. With this win, Mexico successfully broke a 40-year-old jinx of failing to win a knockout stage match in the World Cup. Coach Javier Aguirre, who previously led the Mexican national team in the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup and the 2010 South Africa World Cup, showed deep emotion during the press conference. Sports Mug brings you the post-match press conference with Coach Aguirre.

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