German Berterame’s early goal earns Mexico a draw against Ecuador in international friendly: Highlights and goals

Mexico and Ecuador drew 1-1 in the 2025 international friendly, and you followed every moment of this exciting game here on Bolavip.

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The referee blows for fulltime at Estadio Akron. Mexico and Ecuador finish the 2025 international friendly tied 1-1, with German Berterame’s early goal for Mexico matched by Jordy Alcivar’s penalty for Ecuador.

In the closing moments, Ecuador pushes forward, looking for a late goal, while Mexico holds firm and applies pressure in attack. The match reaches its final stages in a tense battle.

The referee has indicated three minutes of stoppage time at the end of the second half.

Marcel Ruiz finds himself in front of goal, but Hernan Galindez makes a heroic save for Ecuador. Mexico continues to create chances, but Ecuador’s goalkeeper keeps his team in the game.

Mexico create a great team move, with a cross from Cesar Huerta that Marcel Ruiz connects with, but the shot goes just wide.

Ecuador make a change as John Yeboah comes off and John Mercado enters the match.

Mexico make changes as Julian Quiñones and Erick Sanchez come off, with Alexis Vega and Alexis Gutierrez entering the match.

The game between Mexico and Ecuador has become very intense, with both sides engaging in significant physical battles. The focus has shifted from playing football to challenging each other, making the encounter increasingly heated.

Following a challenge by Erick Sanchez on Kendry Paez, tensions flare on the pitch, with both teams coming close to a physical confrontation.

Ecuador make changes as Enner Valencia and Pedro Vite come off, with Leonardo Campana and Patrik Mercado entering the match.

Yeimar Medina receives a yellow card following a strong challenge on Erick Sanchez. So far, only Ecuadorian players have been booked: John Yeboah, Jordy Alcivar, and now Medina.

Mexico make changes, with Hirving Lozano, German Berterame, and Luis Romo coming off. Cesar Huerta, Santiago Gimenez, and Marcel Ruiz enter the match.

Enner Valencia comes close in a one-on-one with Raul Rangel but fails to convert, missing a great opportunity to take the lead.

Ecuador start showing more confidence in the second half, already earning two corners. Mexico is no longer pressing with the same intensity as earlier.

After a corner won by Mexico’s Julian Quiñones, Enner Valencia rises for a header, but the Mexican goalkeeper easily collects the ball.

In the opening minutes of the second half, Mexico earns a corner, but the opportunity is ultimately wasted.

The referee blows the whistle and the second half begins at Estadio Akron. Mexico and Ecuador return to the field, ready to continue the 2025 international friendly.

Ecuador make a change at the start of the second half as Alan Minda comes off and Nilson Angulo enters the match.

The referee blows for halftime at Estadio Akron. Mexico and Ecuador head to the locker rooms with the score tied 1-1 after an eventful first half.

The referee has indicated four minutes of stoppage time at the end of the first half.

John Yeboah dribbles down the right wing, cuts inside, and fires a shot that passes very close to the goal. Ecuador come close to taking the lead.

Ecuador struggles to get back into the game as Mexico dominates possession. Whenever Mexico lose the ball, they apply intense high pressure. The overall intensity has dropped slightly as the first half nears its end.

Mexico capitalize on Ecuador’s momentary lapse, winning the ball in midfield under pressure in consecutive plays. The clearest opportunity comes from Erick Sanchez, who misses a header off a cross from Hirving Lozano. Mexico continues to attack from all sides.

Ecuador make an early change as Angelo Preciado comes off and Kendry Paez enters the match.

Mexico recovers the ball after Ecuador struggles to play out under pressure. Julian Quiñones intercepts against Angelo Preciado and sets up Erick Sanchez, who narrowly misses a chance that could have put Mexico ahead 2-1.

After Ecuador’s penalty goal, the match has settled into a more cautious rhythm. Both teams show signs of nervousness, with Mexico holding 60% of possession and Ecuador 40%.

Jordy Alcivar converts the penalty, beating Raul Rangel from the spot to level the score. The match is now tied at Estadio Akron.

After the VAR review, a penalty is awarded to Ecuador following Raul Rangel’s foul on Enner Valencia.

The VAR is reviewing a possible penalty for Ecuador after a challenge by Raul Rangel on Enner Valencia. This marks one of the rare uses of VAR in a friendly match between these two teams.

Julian Quiñones fires a right-footed shot from the left side of the box, but it goes slightly wide. Ecuador survive again under Mexico’s attacking pressure.

Mexico continues to press Ecuador high up the field, trying to replicate the formula that led to their opening goal. The Ecuadorian defense and midfield struggle to play out, resulting in a free kick for Mexico. Hirving Lozano takes a shot, but it goes wide.

After German Berterame’s early goal, the Mexican supporters erupt at Estadio Akron. With short passing sequences on the field, the crowd chants and sings “¡Olé, Olé, Olé!” in celebration of the opening goal.

Mexico take advantage of a poor defensive sequence from Ecuador after a misplaced pass by Pedro Vite. Erick Sanchez intercepts and quickly sets up German Berterame, who finishes clinically to open the scoring at Estadio Akron.

The referee blows the whistle and the match between Mexico and Ecuador begins at Estadio Akron.

Both teams are now stepping onto the pitch at Estadio Akron ahead of kickoff. The atmosphere is electric as Mexico and Ecuador line up for the national anthems.

This marks the final moment of calm before the action begins, as both sides look focused and ready for an intense 90 minutes in Zapopan.

The biggest absence is midfielder Moises Caicedo of Chelsea. The coach of Ecuador, Sebastián Beccacece, decided to rest Caicedo due to his heavy workload this season. He also missed the game against the USA.

Here's Mexico's lineup for the international friendly against Ecuador!

Here's Ecuador's starting eleven for international friendly against Mexico!

Mexico vs Ecuador will take place at the Estadio Akron in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, in the Mexican state of Jalisco. Formerly known as the Estadio Omnilife and Estadio Chivas, this multipurpose stadium is primarily used for football matches and serves as the home of Liga MX side C.D. Guadalajara.

Part of the JVC complex, Estadio Akron has a capacity of 49,813, providing a modern and vibrant setting for tonight’s international friendly. Both Mexico and Ecuador will look to make the most of this iconic venue as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup.

Tonight’s friendly between Mexico and Ecuador will be notable for the use of VAR, a first for a friendly between these two national teams. The officiating team is composed entirely of Costa Rican referees, ensuring a neutral presence for what could be a highly competitive match.

The referees for the game are:

Center referee: Juan Gabriel Calderón Pérez (Costa Rica)

Assistant 1: Juan Carlos Mora Araya (Costa Rica)

Assistant 2: William Andrés Arrieta Barrantes (Costa Rica)

Fourth official: Josué David Ugalde Aguilar (Costa Rica)

With both teams familiar from previous encounters, CONCACAF has entrusted this all-Costa Rican crew to maintain order and fairness in a match that could see heated moments.

Mexico vs Ecuador will get underway at 10:30 PM ET (PT: 7:30 PM)

This International Friendly clash between Mexico and Ecuador will be available for viewers in the USA on Fubo,  Univision, TUDN, FOX Deportes, DirecTV Stream and ViX.

Welcome to our live blog of the international friendly match!

Mexico face Ecuador at the Estadio Akron in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, this Tuesday, October 14, as both sides prepare for the 2026 World Cup. Ecuador arrive in strong form after a successful qualifying campaign, while Mexico look to bounce back from their previous friendly defeat to Colombia and tighten their defense.

Stay with us for key information, fun facts, and minute-by-minute updates as Mexico and Ecuador battle it out at the Estadio Akron today!