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Mexico v Ecuador Stats

Data last updated: Tue 30 Jun 2026, 03:43 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This World Cup knockout clash features Mexico, unbeaten in their group with three clean sheets and a disciplined defensive setup, against Ecuador, who have shown resilience and tactical caution throughout their campaign. Mexico's defensive solidity, led by a compact back line and goalkeeper Raul Rangel, contrasts with Ecuador's structured but occasionally wasteful attack. Both teams are likely to prioritize defensive stability under knockout pressure, setting the stage for a tense, low-scoring encounter where patience and tactical discipline will be key.

BT4Y best bet

BTTS No

  • Mexico kept clean sheets in all three group matches, conceding zero goals.
  • Ecuador have had fewer than two goals scored in seven of their last eight competitive fixtures.
  • Mexico have conceded only one goal across their last six competitive matches overall.
  • Both teams emphasize defensive compactness and cautious play in knockout scenarios.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates Both Teams To Score - No at 65.2% chance, reflecting Mexico's flawless defensive record and Ecuador's low-scoring recent form. Mexico's joint-second lowest expected goals against and Ecuador's struggle to convert chances despite high shot volume support a cautious game with limited goals. The price offers positive value with an 8.1% edge and good , making this a sensible selection in a high-stakes, defense-oriented knockout match.

Mexico Defensive Record3 clean sheets in group stage, 1 goal conceded in last 6 matches
Strong positive
Ecuador Low Scoring Trend7 of last 8 matches with fewer than 2 goals
Strong positive
Model Probability65.2% chance for BTTS No
Strong positive
Price Value Edge8.1% positive edge at 1.75 odds
Strong positive
Main risk

A single defensive error or an early goal could force the trailing team to open up, increasing transition risks and potentially leading to goals against the cautious game plan.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Defensive solidity and scoring trends

“Mexico's defensive organisation and Ecuador's scoring inefficiency create a scenario where goals will be scarce, making BTTS No a compelling tactical and statistical pick for this knockout encounter.”

Key Data Signals

BTTS No evidence

Mexico kept clean sheets in all three group matches, conceding zero goals.

Ecuador have had fewer than two goals scored in seven of their last eight competitive fixtures.

Mexico have conceded only one goal across their last six competitive matches overall.

Both teams emphasize defensive compactness and cautious play in knockout scenarios.

What To Watch In The Data

BTTS No notes

  • Over the last six meetings, the average goals per game is 2.5, indicating moderate scoring but not high-scoring affairs.
  • Recent competitive matches for both teams have leaned toward fewer than 2.5 goals, with tactical caution and defensive discipline prevailing.
  • This trend suggests a match tempo favoring tight defensive play and limited goal-scoring opportunities.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Mexico1.33
Avg corners for
Ecuador5.67
Mexico4
Avg total corners
Ecuador7.33
Mexico0.67
Avg yellow cards
Ecuador1.67
Mexico11.67
Avg shots
Ecuador15.33
Best odds for this sectionOver 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price · Highlighted because this is the strongest available price in this section.
4.5
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Over 3.5 CardsBetfred guide price · model 53%
1.73
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Over 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 29%
3.25
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 35%
2.1
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Mexico averages fewer corners (1.33) but maintains solid defensive discipline with low yellow card counts (0.67 per game). Ecuador generates more corners (5.67) and commits more fouls (1.67 yellows per game), reflecting their attempts to disrupt play and create chances through set pieces and pressure. Shot volumes favor Ecuador, but Mexico's defensive organisation limits quality chances, supporting a cautious, low-scoring game.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Mexico2
Avg goals scored
Ecuador0.67
Mexico0
Avg goals conceded
Ecuador0.67
Mexico0%
BTTS rate
Ecuador33%
Mexico33%
Over 2.5 goals
Ecuador33%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS NoBet365 guide price · Model 65% vs implied 64% · edge +1.5 pts
1.57
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 40%
3
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 58%
1.62
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 64%
1.4
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 22%
6
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 39%
2.25
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Both Mexico and Ecuador have demonstrated strong defensive structures, with Mexico conceding none in the group stage and Ecuador involved in mostly low-scoring games. The teams' tactical emphasis on defensive compactness and the pressure of knockout football suggest a low probability of both teams scoring, aligning with the BTTS No selection and under 3.5 goals context.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Best odds for this sectionMexico Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 78% vs implied 50% · edge +28 pts
2
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Mexico to WinBet365 guide price · model 74%
2.15
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 40%
3
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Over 3.5 CardsBetfred guide price · model 53%
1.73
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 39%
2.25
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Ecuador to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
4
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Ecuador Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 42%
1.8
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The Both Teams To Score - No market is priced at 1.75, reflecting a 57.1% implied chance, which is below the model's 65.2% probability. This positive indicates the market underestimates the likelihood of a clean sheet or shutout. The price is attractive given the defensive strengths and cautious tactics expected in this knockout match.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Mexico

WWW
Last 53W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 0D 0L
25 Jun 2026A Czechia3-0
19 Jun 2026H South Korea1-0
11 Jun 2026H South Africa2-0

Ecuador

WDL
Last 51W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 1L
25 Jun 2026H Germany2-1
21 Jun 2026H Curaçao0-0
15 Jun 2026A Ivory Coast0-1
Best odds for this sectionMexico Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 78% vs implied 50% · edge +28 pts
2
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Mexico to WinBet365 guide price · model 74%
2.15
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 86%
1.22
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Ecuador to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
4
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Ecuador Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 42%
1.8
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 45%
1.67
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 19%
2.9
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Mexico's perfect group stage with three wins and zero goals conceded highlights their defensive strength and form consistency. Ecuador's form is more mixed, with a notable comeback win against Germany but generally low scoring and cautious play. Both teams' recent results emphasize defensive solidity, reinforcing the likelihood of a low-scoring match and supporting the BTTS No selection.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

1Mexico wins
3Draws
2Ecuador wins
15 Oct 2025Mexico v Ecuador1-1
01 Jul 2024Mexico v Ecuador0-0
06 Jun 2022Mexico v Ecuador0-0
28 Oct 2021Mexico v Ecuador2-3
10 Jun 2019Mexico v Ecuador3-2
19 Jun 2015Mexico v Ecuador1-2
Best odds for this sectionMexico to WinBet365 guide price · Model 74% vs implied 47% · edge +27.5 pts
2.15
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 40%
3
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 39%
2.25
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Ecuador to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
4
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 19%
2.9
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The six previous encounters between Mexico and Ecuador have averaged 2.5 goals per game, showing moderate scoring but no overwhelming trend toward high-scoring matches. While historical meetings provide some context, current form and tournament stakes suggest a more cautious approach, making the H2H data a background factor rather than a decisive influence.
Season team stats

World Cup

Mexico3
Played
Ecuador3
Mexico2
Avg goals for
Ecuador0.7
Mexico0
Avg goals against
Ecuador0.7
Mexico3
Clean sheets
Ecuador1
Best odds for this sectionMexico Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 78% vs implied 50% · edge +28 pts
2
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Mexico to WinBet365 guide price · model 74%
2.15
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Ecuador to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
4
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Ecuador Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 42%
1.8
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Mexico's season stats show a strong defensive profile with zero goals conceded in the group phase and a low expected goals against figure, indicating effective defensive organisation. Ecuador's stats reveal a tendency toward low-scoring matches and difficulty converting chances despite generating shots, underscoring their defensive caution and offensive inefficiency in competitive fixtures.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
1Mexico933006
3Ecuador431110
4Ecuador431110
Mexico tops their group with maximum points and a perfect defensive record, reflecting their control and control in the competition so far. Ecuador qualified as one of the best third-placed teams, showing resilience but less consistency. The standings highlight Mexico's superior form and defensive stability, which is critical in a knockout setting where conceding goals can be decisive.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

33%Mexico Over 2.5
33%Ecuador Over 2.5
2.5H2H avg goals
Over the last six meetings, the average goals per game is 2.5, indicating moderate scoring but not high-scoring affairs. Recent competitive matches for both teams have leaned toward fewer than 2.5 goals, with tactical caution and defensive discipline prevailing. This trend suggests a match tempo favoring tight defensive play and limited goal-scoring opportunities.

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