Mexican Fans Use Loudspeakers to Wake Ecuador Players

Mexican supporters assembled outside the Ecuadorian national team’s hotel on Tuesday, employing loudspeakers, horns and revving motorcycles in an effort to disrupt the players’ rest ahead of their upcoming match. The gathering, which took place in the city of Quito, was organized by fan groups who sought to create a noisy environment throughout the night, according to eyewitnesses and local police reports.

Ecuadorian officials and security personnel responded by increasing patrols around the hotel and advising the team to remain indoors until the disturbance subsided. The incident coincided with the Copa América tournament, where both nations are slated to face each other in the group stage. While no injuries were reported, the episode highlighted heightened tensions among supporters and prompted calls from tournament organizers for stricter crowd‑control measures to ensure the safety and focus of participating teams.