In order to advance to the knockout stage, Mexico must secure a victory against Ecuador in their upcoming match. A tie or a loss would result in elimination for El Tri. If both teams end up drawing, they will each have four points, but Ecuador will advance due to a superior goal difference.
If Mexico wins the game, they will be guaranteed a spot in the next round, with their next opponent depending on the outcome of the Group B match between Venezuela and Jamaica. Venezuela has already secured six points and is guaranteed a place in the knockout round. Jamaica, playing for pride after being eliminated, could potentially upset Venezuela with a strong performance and claim second place in the group.
The team that finishes first in Group B will face Canada in the next round, while the second-place team will have to face off against Argentina – the current World Cup and Copa América champions. This adds an extra level of excitement and tension to the match between Mexico and Ecuador as both teams vie for a spot in the knockout stage.