Ecuador enters tonight's high-stakes Round of 32 clash at the legendary Estadio Azteca riding an unprecedented wave of national euphoria.
Sebastián Beccacece’s men pulled off a great escape in Group E, after an opening defeat to the Ivory Coast and a frustrating goalless draw with Curaçao, La Tri was widely written off.
However, a historic, come-from-behind 2-1 triumph over heavyweights Germany - ignited by Nilson Angulo and sealed by Gonzalo Plata’s dramatic 77th-minute strike - stunned the footballing world and prompted Ecuador's president to declare a national holiday.
What is Ecuador's World Cup 2026 group schedule?
| Date | Fixture (K.O time local) | Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, June 14 | Ivory Coast vs Ecuador (7pm) | Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia) | 1-0 |
| Saturday, June 20 | Ecuador vs Curacao (7pm) | Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 0-0 |
| Thursday, June 25 | Ecuador vs Germany (4pm) | MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | 2-1 |
| Tuesday, June 30 | Mexico vs Ecuador (9pm) | Mexico City Stadium (Mexico) | Tickets |
| July 5, KO 6pm CST | Round of 16: Mexico / Ecuador vs. England / DR Congo | Mexico City Stadium (Mexico) | Tickets |
How to buy Ecuador World Cup 2026 tickets?
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and the post-draw Random Selection Draw) have officially concluded.
With over 500 million requests processed during those phases, primary availability is now at an all-time low.
Here's what you need to know at a glance:
- The Last-Minute Sales Phase is currently live, having launched on April 1. Unlike previous rounds, this is not a lottery. Tickets are being sold on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with immediate confirmation. This represents the final opportunity to purchase official tickets directly from FIFA.
- The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace is also open. This platform is now the primary authorized destination for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices as the tournament approaches.
- Alternatively, fans may look to secondary marketplaces like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Remember to check the T&Cs of any secondary sites for tickets you're buying.
Ecuador World Cup 2026 tickets: How much do they cost?
Match tickets for Ecuador's FIFA World Cup 2026 group matches are split into the following categories:
- Category 1: The most expensive, located in the lower seating tier.
- Category 2: Spans both upper and lower tiers outside Category 1 areas.
- Category 3: Mainly in the upper tier, beyond Categories 1 and 2.
- Category 4: The most affordable, located in the upper tier outside the other categories.
Prices are likely to fluctuate throughout the various ticket release/sales phases. Estimates are shown below:
| Stage | Ticket price range |
|---|---|
| Group Stage (excl. host nations) | $60 - $620 |
| Group Stage (US, Canada & Mexico matches) | $75 - $2,735 |
| Round of 32 | $105 - $750 |
| Round of 16 | $170 - $980 |
| Quarter-finals | $275 - $1,775 |
| Semi-finals | $420 - $3,295 |
| Final | $2,030 - $7,875 |
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
104 matches will be played over 34 days across North America. For the first time, the tournament will feature 48 teams and be jointly hosted by three nations.
The host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are as follows:
- Canada: Toronto and Vancouver
- Mexico: Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey
- United States: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
Back in June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States). Check out those cities and the stadiums that will be used as venues below:
| Country | Stadium (City) | World Cup Tournament Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 54,000 |
| BMO Field (Toronto) | 45,000 | |
| Mexico | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) | 83,000 |
| Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 48,000 | |
| Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 53,500 | |
| United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 75,000 |
| Gillette Stadium (Boston) | 65,000 | |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 94,000 | |
| NRG Stadium, Houston | 72,000 | |
| Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 73,000 | |
| SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) | 70,000 | |
| Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 65,000 | |
| MetLife Stadium, New York | 82,500 | |
| Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | 69,000 | |
| Levi's Stadium, San Francisco | 71,000 | |
| Lumen Field, Seattle | 69,000 |