Mexico fans employed sleep deprivation tactics against the Ecuadorian national team prior to their World Cup showdown, prompting a complaint from Ecuador to FIFA. Supporters gathered outside the team's hotel late Monday night and into the early morning hours, honking car horns and chanting loudly in an apparent effort to disrupt the players' rest.
Videos circulating online appeared to capture the extent of the disturbance. Ecuador officials expressed their displeasure with the actions, stating that the conduct "falls far short of the principles of fair play, equity, and unity that a football World Cup should represent." The team has requested that relevant authorities implement controls over such incidents, citing concerns for the safety of players, staff, and fans.
The match between Mexico and Ecuador was scheduled to take place in Mexico City's Estadio Azteca. As a home game for Mexico, a significant fan presence was anticipated both in the stadium and in the surrounding areas.
