Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1854, In the Battle of Guaymas, Mexico, General José María Yáñez stops the French invasion led by Count Gaston de Raousset-Boulbon. In 1975, Diego Spotorno, Ecuadorian actor was born. In 1979, Daniel Díaz, Argentinian footballer was born. In 1982, Yadier Molina, Puerto Rican baseball player was born. In 1982, Shin-Soo Choo, South Korean baseball player was born. In 1985, Abdallah El Said, Egyptian footballer was born. In 1985, Guillermo Ochoa, Mexican footballer was born. In 1997, Miguel Ángel Blanco, Spanish politician (born 1968) passed away. In 2003, Compay Segundo, Cuban singer-songwriter and guitarist (born 1907) passed away. In 2024, Chino Trinidad, Filipino sports journalist and executive (born 1967) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Antonio Valencia: “Es hora de que Ecuador gane algo” | Rumbo a la gran final

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Antonio Valencia: “Es hora de que Ecuador gane algo” | Rumbo a la gran final

Nuestro experto resaltó la actuación frente a Alemania, pero dejó mucho que desear ante Cabo Verde y ante México, pero confía en que para el próximo mundial serán un equipo más fuerte.

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NBC News

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· Jul 7, 2026

James Rodríguez: “Si me dicen que no voy a hacer goles pero que voy a quedar campeón, firmo”

En exclusiva con Telemundo deportes, el líder de Colombia ilusiona a una nación asegurando que tienen todo lo necesario para luchar por ser campeones del mundo, además de que recuerda los grandes momentos que ha vivido en sus mundiales anteriores.

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 1, 2026

LIVE – Mexico v Ecuador: Commentary, updates, goals and stats as co-hosts look to secure spot in World Cup round of 16

Mexico take on Ecuador tonight looking to win their first World Cup knockout game in 40 years. Follow our live commentary to see if they can do it...

Mexico News Daily

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· Jun 29, 2026

El Tri to play Ecuador in Mexico City on Tuesday

The Round of 32 contest at Mexico City Stadium pits two teams with high hopes of making history – Mexico intent on advancing to a fifth game for just the second time ever, and Ecuador aiming for its first knockout win of any World Cup. The post El Tri to play Ecuador in Mexico City on Tuesday appeared first on Mexico News Daily

URL Media

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· Jul 1, 2026

Mexico beats Ecuador 2-0 and advances to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup

México venció 2-0 a Ecuador este martes en el Estadio Azteca y avanzó a los octavos de final del Mundial 2026. Julián Quiñones abrió el marcador al minuto 21 y [] The post Mexico beats Ecuador 2-0 and advances to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup appeared first on URL Media.

OneFootball

· Jul 1, 2026

💥 Contract over: Beccacece bids farewell to Ecuador

Mexico defeated Ecuador in the Round of 32, and Sebastián Beccacece has decided to say goodbye to the Tricolor national team.The Argentine was under contract until the last match his team played in t...

Guineematin.com

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· Jun 27, 2026

Coupe du Monde 2026 : l’Espagne élimine l’Uruguay et finit en tête du groupe H

Au terme d’un match électrique et disputé à l’Estadio Akron de Guadalajara, l’Espagne s’est imposée sur la plus petite des marges (1-0) face à l’Uruguay, ce vendredi 26 juin 2026. Ce succès permet à la Roja de s’offrir la première place du groupe H et de valider son billet pour les seizièmes de finale, tandis [] The post Coupe du Monde 2026 : l’Espagne élimine l’Uruguay et finit en tête du groupe H first appeared on Guineematin.com.

RTÉ News

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· Jul 1, 2026

World Cup 2026: Mexico v Ecuador updates

Co-hosts Mexico face Ecuador as they aim to keep their World Cup journey on track.

brazilnews.net

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· Jun 23, 2026

(SP)MEXICO-GUADALAJARA-FIFA WORLD CUP-TRAINING-COLOMBIA

(260623) -- GUADALAJARA, June 23, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Players of Colombia attend a training session at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Guadalajara, Mexico, June 22, 2026. (Photo by Martin Zabala/Xinhua)

Colombia Reports

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· Jun 22, 2026

De la Espriella claims victory, warns Colombia’s left to “refrain from sparking social unrest”

The projected winner of Colombia’s election, Abelardo de la Espriella, claimed victory and warned opponents to “refrain from sparking social unrest.” During his victory speech, De la Espriella ignored electoral authorities’ alert that Sunday’s count was preliminary and that the official results will be the result of a scrutiny process. With a difference of 250,000 [] The post De la Espriella claims victory, warns Colombia’s left to “refrain from sparking social unrest” appeared first on Colombia News.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jun 24, 2026

Colombia books place in World Cup Round of 32 with win over DR Congo

Mexico City, June 24 (SANA) Colombia secured a place in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in their Group K match on Tuesday. Daniel Muñoz scored the decisive goal in the 76th minute, breaking the deadlock after Colombia dominated much of []

Football365

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· Jun 30, 2026

Mexico v Ecuador: Prediction, team news, lineups and odds

All the team news and predictions ahead of the World Cup round of 32 clash between Mexico and Ecuador.

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 22, 2026

Who Is Abelardo De La Espriella? Colombia’s New Right Wing President

Nationalist lawyer and businessman Abelardo De La Espriella has been elected Colombia’s next president, marking a major political shift in one of Latin America’s largest economies. His victory ends the country’s recent experiment with left-wing leadership under President Gustavo Petro and brings to power a candidate who campaigned on hardline security policies, smaller government and [] The post Who Is Abelardo De La Espriella? Colombia’s New Right Wing President appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

New Musical Express

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· Jul 11, 2026

Twenty One Pilots live at Mad Cool: alt-rock innovators play their hearts out

At Iberdrola Music on Friday, July 10, the lads reigned in Spain, riding the goodwill of the country's World Cup win The post Twenty One Pilots live at Mad Cool: alt-rock innovators play their hearts out appeared first on NME.

The City Paper Bogotá

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· Jun 26, 2026

Where Strangers Become Friends: The Home Dining Experience of Seis y Seis

The front door opens onto a spacious Bogotá apartment overlooking a tree-lined street in La Cabrera. There is no maître d’ waiting behind a podium, no hostess stand, no reservations book resting beside an espresso machine. Instead, host Claudia Cepeda welcomes each guest personally, offering an aperitif before inviting them to settle into the living []

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 30, 2026

Mexico pertaruh pengalaman, Ecuador buru kejutan

MEXICO CITY: Aksi pusingan 32 terbaik Piala Dunia antara Mexico dan Ecuador di Stadium Mexico City esok dijangka berlangsung sengit apabila kedua-dua pasukan turun dengan kekuatan penuh tanpa dibelenggu masalah kecederaan. Mexico semestinya mahu memanfaatkan kelebihan beraksi di hadapan penyokong sendiri, manakala Ecuador bertekad meneruskan kejutan selepas kempen cemerlang pada peringkat kumpulan. Pengendali Mexico, Javier ... Read more The post Mexico pertaruh pengalaman, Ecuador buru kejutan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Al Bawaba

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· Jun 30, 2026

Mexico vs Ecuador predicted lineups - FIFA World Cup 2026

Co-hosts Mexico will be looking to keep their impressive run in the tournament going when they face Ecuador today at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 23, 2026

The Latin American Left is losing

Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have won Colombia’s presidential election. If the results hold, his victory will be another welcome nail in the coffin of the socialist Left in Latin America. De la Espriella was endorsed by President Donald Trump, who responded Monday to the victory by saying he would be a “great president.” []

UPI

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· Jul 1, 2026

Mexico beats Ecuador for 1st World Cup knockout stage win since 1986

Mexico beats Ecuador for 1st World Cup knockout stage win since 1986

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jun 27, 2026

4 Takeaways From Spain's Spiritless Win vs. Uruguay To Clinch Group H

Spain came to Guadalajara needing a point and left with first place, the comfort of a No. 1 seed, and very little else to brag about. Here are four takeaways from Spain vs. Uruguay.

Canada Sports Betting

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· Jun 30, 2026

Mexico vs. Ecuador Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (6/30/26)

Mexico ride a wave of momentum into the knockout stage, looking to leverage their flawless group performance and home-field advantage against a resilient Ecuador side. This Round of 32 clash on June 30 pits one of the 2026 World Cup‘s most dominant teams against a squad that battled through a tougher group. We’re backing the [...] Read More... The post Mexico vs. Ecuador Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (6/30/26) appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

Ecostylia

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· Jun 22, 2026

De la Espriella’s narrow Colombia win shifts power right as Cepeda challenges the runoff vote count in Bogotá

Abelardo de la Espriella, standing at a lectern, forms the V for victory during a speech. The gesture seals his election to the presidency of Colombia. Credits: Olímpica Stereo / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0; montage DALL·E / Ecostylia. Abelardo de la Espriella is elected president of Colombia. The hard-right lawyer, supported by Donald Trump, [] L’article De la Espriella’s narrow Colombia win shifts power right as Cepeda challenges the runoff vote count in Bogotá est apparu en premier sur Ecostylia.

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 10, 2026

Mexico appoints Marquez after W. Cup exit

MEXICO CITY — Former Mexico and Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez was named the country’s new head coach after Javier Aguirre stepped down following the co-host’s elimination from the World Cup. Mexico was beaten 3-2 by England in the last 16 in an epic game at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday. Marquez, who made 147 appearances [] The post Mexico appoints Marquez after W. Cup exit appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Latestly.com

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· Jun 30, 2026

Mexico vs Ecuador, FIFA World Cup 2026 Win Probability: What Polymarket Betting Prediction Markets Say

Ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 32 clash on July 1, 6:30 AM IST, Mexico and Ecuador prepare for a pivotal encounter at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City. Polymarket's prediction markets indicate Mexico holds a 64 chance to advance to the Round of 16, while Ecuador is given a 35 probability. This LatestLY analysis delves into what these odds suggest for.

BERNAMA

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· Jul 1, 2026

World : Mexico Delight Home Fans To Reach Last 16 With Win Over Ecuador

MEXICO CITY, July 1(Bernama-dpa) -- Co-hosts Mexico had an explosive first half to beat Ecuador 2-0 on Tuesday and reach the last 16 of the World Cup, reported German Press Agency (dpa).

Irish Star

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· Jul 1, 2026

Ecuador coach confirms drastic decision after World Cup exit and FIFA complaint

Ecuador were beaten 2-0 by Mexico in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, with the team's boss Sebastian Beccacece announcing his resignation after the knockout match

Atlantic Council

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· Jun 22, 2026

Experts react: What a President Abelardo de la Espriella means for Colombia and beyond

The right-wing candidate has emerged as the winner of Colombia’s runoff election for president, marking an important break with the outgoing administration. The post Experts react: What a President Abelardo de la Espriella means for Colombia and beyond appeared first on Atlantic Council.

NDTV

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· Jul 4, 2026

Colombia vs Ghana Highlights: Jhon Arias Goal Sends Los Cafeteros Through To Last 16

The victory made Colombia the fourth South American nation to reach the Round of 16, joining Brazil, Argentina and surprise package Paraguay.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 1, 2026

2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16

Co-hosts Mexico are the seventh country to make it into the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Javier Aguirre achieved the feat by beating Ecuador 2-0 on Wednesday morning. The two goals came in the first half from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez. Piero Hincapie picked up a 95th red card as Ecuador [] 2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16

The Media Line

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· Jun 22, 2026

Trump-Backed De la Espriella Wins Colombia Presidency by Narrow Margin

Abelardo de la Espriella won Colombia’s presidential runoff [] The post Trump-Backed De la Espriella Wins Colombia Presidency by Narrow Margin appeared first on The Media Line.

POLITICO - Politics

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· Jun 28, 2026

How the World Cup became a victory lap for Trump ally El Tigre

Colombia's World Cup run has become a celebration of more than just its national team.

Workers World

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· Jun 23, 2026

Cuban leader Marrero Cruz on economic program

Marrero Cruz. Credit: José Manuel Correa The following statement was made by Manuel Marrero Cruz, Prime Minister of the Republic of Cuba, at the Third Extraordinary Session of the National Assembly of People’s Power in its 10th Legislature on June 22, 2026, in Havana, Cuba. Go to the Granma website . . . Continue reading Cuban leader Marrero Cruz on economic program at Workers.org

Jacobin

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· Jun 24, 2026

Abelardo de la Espriella Will Face Strong Resistance

The far-right Abelardo de la Espriella won Colombia’s presidency in the tightest race in decades. To carry out his extremist agenda, he’ll have to go through a Colombian left that, in terms of congressional and people power, has never been stronger.

NPR News

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· Jul 5, 2026

Y si sí: the phrase uniting Mexico during the World Cup

Mexico's World Cup run has inspired a phrase heard across the country: Y si sí. Or in English: What if we can? Anamaria Sayre reports from Mexico City.

Left Voice

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· Jun 22, 2026

Elections in Colombia Signal Another Victory for the Right in Latin America

Abelardo de la Espriella will likely become Colombia’s next president, the latest in a far-right wave sweeping Latin America. But workers and popular sectors can stop the Right’s resurgence. The post Elections in Colombia Signal Another Victory for the Right in Latin America appeared first on Left Voice.

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