Co-host nation Mexico find themselves in Group A alongside South Africa, South Korea and Czech Republic. Mexico has hosted the World Cup twice before - once in 1970, and again in 1986. Both times, they made it to the quarter-finals, which is the furthest they have ever got in the competition.

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✅ What is the best bet for Mexico at the World Cup 2026?

🌍 How did Mexico qualify for the 2026 World Cup?

Mexico qualified to the 2026 World Cup as a host nation, so they have only been involved in friendlies since winning the Gold Cup. They have come up against a wide range of opponents, from South America, Europe, and Asia. In fact, Mexico hosted South Korea in September, and it was a relatively even contest which finished 2-2.

Mexico won three, drew six and lost two of their eleven friendlies, with the defeats coming against Colombia and Paraguay, respectively. El Tri usually keep things tight against the top sides, holding out for a 0-0 draw against Japan, Uruguay and Portugal - all of those teams will be involved at the World Cup in the summer.

👔 Who is the Mexico manager at the World Cup 2026?

Javier Aguirre has plenty of experience managing at the international level, and this is his third stint in charge of Mexico. He has been in charge of them during the 2002 and 2010 World Cup’s - both times, Mexico were eliminated in the round of 16. However, there is a renewed sense of hope that he can improve on that this time round, as he has recently won the Nations League and Gold Cup with Mexico.

🔎 Who are Mexico's key players to watch at World Cup 2026?

Edson Alvarez

Edson Alvarez stepped up and played a key role for Mexico in the Gold Cup final, as he scored the winning goal in the 77th minute. The former West Ham man is usually the captain for his national side, but has missed the last few games as he recovers from an ankle injury. He should be able to fully recover in time for the World Cup, and is expected to play a massive role in the heart of midfield.

Raul Jimenez

Raul Jimenez also got on the scoresheet in that final, and he is gearing up to play in his fourth World Cup. Jimenez has had a solid season for Fulham, registering ten goals in 37 appearances across all competitions, with nine of those in the Premier League.

Mexico are not short of options up front, with Santiago Gimenez and German Berterame also in contention, but Jimenez’s experience could be vital here, and he is most likely to get the nod to start.

Johan Vasquez

Johan Vasquez was included in the Mexico squad for the 2022 World Cup, but did not feature at all. However, the 27-year-old has since established himself as a regular in the starting eleven for Genoa, and so looks set for a much bigger role this time round. The left-footed centre back is adept on the ball, and will be given a decent responsibility in build-up play, but his main strength is his aggressive defensive style.

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