Mexico at World Cup 2026
Co-hosts Mexico return to the World Cup carrying enormous expectation, a proud tournament tradition, and a realistic chance to build momentum on home soil. Watch every Mexico match live in HD & 4K with WatchWorldCup26.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mexico are in Group A at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Their group-stage opponents are South Africa, South Korea, and one TBD qualifier.
Jaime Lozano leads Mexico into the 2026 World Cup. He is tasked with building a balanced side that can use home advantage effectively while finally pushing El Tri beyond the round of 16.
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No, Mexico have never won the FIFA World Cup. Their best finishes came in 1970 and 1986, when they reached the quarter-finals on home soil.
Mexico's most important players include striker Santiago Giménez, midfielder Edson Álvarez, winger Hirving Lozano, defender Johan Vásquez, and veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa. Giménez's finishing and Álvarez's defensive control could be especially decisive.
Yes, but it will depend on turning home support into tactical clarity rather than pressure. Mexico should expect to reach the knockout stage from Group A, and if their attacking players hit form while the defense stays compact, a quarter-final or better is a realistic ambition.
| Year | Host | Result | Matches | W-D-L | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Qatar | Group Stage | 3 | 1-1-1 | 2:3 |
| 2018 | Russia | Round of 16 | 4 | 2-0-2 | 3:6 |
| 2014 | Brazil | Round of 16 | 4 | 2-1-1 | 5:3 |
| 2010 | South Africa | Round of 16 | 4 | 1-1-2 | 4:5 |
| 2006 | Germany | Round of 16 | 4 | 1-1-2 | 5:5 |
| 2002 | Korea/Japan | Round of 16 | 4 | 2-1-1 | 4:4 |
| 1998 | France | Round of 16 | 4 | 2-1-1 | 8:7 |
| 1994 | USA | Round of 16 | 4 | 2-1-1 | 4:4 |
| 1986 | Mexico | Quarter-finals | 5 | 2-2-1 | 5:3 |
| 1970 | Mexico | Quarter-finals | 4 | 2-1-1 | 6:4 |