Mexico World Cup 2026 preview: Players to watch, group matches and squad
Summary
Mexico has appeared in 17 World Cups, reaching the quarterfinals twice when hosting in 1970 and 1986. Coach Javier Aguirre is hopeful the team can break their pattern of exiting in the round of 16, helped by the advantage of playing at home in the 2026 World Cup. Key players include striker Raul Jimenez and goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, who will compete in his record sixth World Cup.Key Facts
- Mexico's best World Cup results were reaching the quarterfinals in 1970 and 1986.
- Mexico has been eliminated in the round of 16 in seven straight World Cups from 1994 to 2018.
- Javier “Vasco” Aguirre is the head coach and this will be his third World Cup leading Mexico.
- Mexico will host the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first country to host three tournaments.
- Key players are Raul Jimenez (striker) and Guillermo Ochoa (goalkeeper), who will play in his sixth World Cup.
- The team plays a fast passing style, relying on midfielders Alvaro Fidalgo and Alexis Vega.
- Mexico’s defense includes two natural center backs, Johan Vasquez and Cesar Montes, with defensive tactics evolving under Aguirre.
- Some players on the squad were born outside Mexico but have naturalized to represent the country.
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