FIFA delayed the Mexico vs. Ecuador 2026 World Cup match by one hour due to thunderstorms at Azteca, as Ecuador faced a nine-hour travel ordeal beforehand.

Ecuador's World Cup squad faced a nine-hour travel delay and fan disruptions before their Mexico match, driving activity across crypto prediction markets.

Mexico and Ecuador meet at 9 p.m. ET (6 p.m. local time), but weather concerns have again emerged ahead of the World Cup clash.