Mexico vs. Ecuador odds, predictions: 2026 World Cup Round of 32 picks from proven soccer expert

Mexico will try to extend their unbeaten run to 12 games when they face Ecuador in the World Cup Round of 32 on Tuesday. El Tri benefited from strong home support as they beat South Africa, South Korea and Czechia during the group stage, finishing five points clear of their closest rivals at the top of Group A. They will be roared on by a partisan home crowd in Mexico City on Tuesday. Ecuador can call on elite players like Moisés Caicedo and Willian Pacho, but they could struggle to break down Mexico's stout defense. Trade Mexico vs. Ecuador at Kalshi, where new users get a $15 bonus after $15 in trades with the Kalshi promo code SPORTSLINE15:

Kickoff for Mexico vs. Ecuador is at 9 p.m. ET in Mexico City. The latest Mexico vs. Ecuador odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list Mexico at +115 (bet $100 to win $115) on the 90-minute money line, with Ecuador at +300 and a draw at +210. The over/under for total goals is 1.5.

Before locking in any Mexico vs. Ecuador picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, you need to see what proven soccer expert Martin Green has to say.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year, Green was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including the Champions League (+211.25) and Bundesliga (+100). He's also been red-hot in 2026, posting an 18-8 record over his last 26 UCL picks, returning nearly $1,000 in profit. He's also on a 9-5 roll (+382) on World Cup picks. Anyone following could have seen HUGE returns!

Now Green has turned his attention to Mexico vs. Ecuador in the 2026 World Cup, and revealed his best bets. 

One of Green's Mexico vs. Ecuador predictions: He is leaning Under on total goals (1.5).

Green has also found a critical x-factor and locked in a pair of best bets, including one being plus-money!

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