Mexico Ousted from Copa America After Stalemate with Ecuador

Mexico has been eliminated from the Copa America following a 0-0 draw against Ecuador, which advanced to the quarterfinals after a VAR review overturned a last-minute penalty. Coach Jaime Lozano's future with Mexico is uncertain after another early tournament exit, with Ecuador set to face Argentina next.

In a dramatic night at the Copa America, Mexico faced elimination after a goalless draw against Ecuador. The match, held at State Farm Stadium, saw Ecuador advance to the quarterfinals, owing their progress to a crucial VAR decision that nullified a stoppage-time penalty awarded to Mexico.

Referee Mario Alberto Escobar Toca initially pointed to the spot when Ecuador's Félix Torres brought down Mexican forward Guillermo Martínez in the penalty area. However, after a VAR review, it was determined that Torres played the ball first, leading to a corner kick instead. The decision was met with loud boos from the 62,656 predominantly Mexican fans in attendance.

The result left Mexico coach Jaime Lozano in a precarious position, as this marked the fourth time in five Copa America appearances that 'El Tri' failed to move past the group stage. Ecuador now looks ahead to a challenging quarterfinal clash against Argentina in Houston.

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