Mexico and Ecuador played out a 1-1 draw in an International Friendly on 15 October, with both sides adopting identical 4-3-3 formations in a closely contested encounter. Mexico dominated possession and created more chances, registering 13 shots with four on target and an expected goals total of 1.38, while Ecuador operated more efficiently on the counter, converting their limited opportunities into a goal despite managing only seven shots and an xG of 1.0. German Berterame opened the scoring for the hosts, but Ecuador's clinical finishing ensured parity. Mexico's goalkeeper made five saves from seven shots faced, maintaining a 75 per cent save percentage and conceding just 1.0 post-shot expected goals, highlighting Ecuador's precision in front of goal. The deadlock reflected both teams' inability to capitalise on their respective strengths—Mexico's territorial advantage versus Ecuador's ruthless efficiency. Both sides will view the result differently depending on their competitive objectives.