Gilberto Mora scripts history, becomes youngest to play in WC knockouts since Pelé

 Teen sensation Gilberto Mora, at 17, became the second-youngest player to start a World Cup knockout match, a feat only Pelé achieved. Mexico triumphed 2-0 over Ecuador, ending a 40-year wait for a knockout victory. Goals from Quiñones and Jiménez secured their Round of 16 spot, marking a historic moment for Mexican football after a dominant performance. Teen sensation Gilberto Mora, at 17, became the second-youngest player to start a World Cup knockout match, a feat only Pelé achieved. Mexico triumphed 2-0 over Ecuador, ending a 40-year wait for a knockout victory. Goals from Quiñones and Jiménez secured their Round of 16 spot, marking a historic moment for Mexican football after a dominant performance.