Ecuador Files FIFA Complaint Over Pre- and Post-Match Incidents Against Mexico

The Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF) has escalated its concerns by submitting a formal complaint to FIFA concerning disturbances that occurred before and during Ecuador's 2-0 defeat to Mexico in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The FEF is requesting a thorough investigation into these incidents, which they claim jeopardized the safety of their supporters and players.

In a statement, the FEF emphasized that FIFA is the appropriate channel to address issues of this magnitude. The federation cited several grievances, including a significant delay of over three hours in their travel to Mexico and disruptive gatherings of fans with fireworks outside their team's hotel the night before the match. These events have caused considerable displeasure within the Ecuadorian delegation.

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Regarding what happened against Mexico, the FEF has submitted a formal complaint to FIFA, requesting a detailed investigation of the events that occurred before and during the match, including all those that may have compromised safety issues for our fans and players.

Furthermore, the complaint includes allegations from Ecuadorian journalists and fans who reported objects and liquids being thrown at them by local supporters after the game. The FEF has incorporated these post-match incidents into their formal protest to FIFA.

In parallel to addressing the match-related issues, the FEF announced that it has begun the urgent process of selecting a new head coach for the national team. The objective is to establish a competitive project for the medium and long term. The federation also plans to hold meetings with clubs and associations in the coming weeks to provide a transparent account of the financial management related to Ecuador's participation in the World Cup.

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This is the correct and official channel to clarify any situation related to a match of this magnitude.