Mexico v Ecuador: Kick-off Time & TV Channel
TL;DR — the quick answers
- Result
- Mexico 2–0 Ecuador — full time
- Kick-off
- BST · Wednesday 1 July 2026
- UK TV channel
- ITV1 (STV in Scotland)
- Live stream (free)
- ITVX (STV Player in Scotland)
- In 4K?
- No — 1080p HD only
Mexico v Ecuador is on ITV1, kick-off 03:00 UK time on Wednesday 1 July 2026. Stream it free on ITVX (STV Player in Scotland).
⚠️ Not in 4K: this match is broadcast by ITV. ITV does not offer live 4K UHD streams on ITVX — the maximum resolution is 1080p HD.
- Match
Mexico v Ecuador 
- Competition
- 2026 FIFA World Cup · Round of 32
- Date
- Wednesday 1 July 2026
- Kick-off (UK)
- BST
- TV channel
- ITV1 (STV in Scotland)
- Free stream
- ITVX (STV Player in Scotland)
How to watch Mexico v Ecuador
The match is free-to-air on ITV1, streaming free on ITVX (a valid UK TV Licence is required to watch live). Broadcast live on ITV1 in England & Wales and on STV in Scotland. To stream, viewers in England & Wales use ITVX, while viewers in Scotland use the STV Player.
Want the best picture overall? The BBC's 4K matches are on iPlayer — see our 4K device guide for which streamers actually support it.
Mexico v Ecuador: your questions
What channel is Mexico v Ecuador on?
Mexico v Ecuador is live on ITV1 (STV in Scotland), streamed free on ITVX (STV Player in Scotland).
What time does Mexico v Ecuador kick off?
Kick-off is 03:00 UK time (BST) on Wednesday 1 July 2026.
How can I watch Mexico v Ecuador online for free?
Stream it free on ITVX (STV Player in Scotland), provided you have a valid UK TV Licence.
Is Mexico v Ecuador on in 4K?
No. This match is on ITV, and ITV does not broadcast live World Cup matches in 4K — the maximum is 1080p HD on ITV1/ITVX.