
Mexico
FIFA World Cup 2026 · Group A · vs South Korea, South Africa, UEFA Playoff D
FIFA Rank
#15
WC Titles
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WC Apps
17
Best Result
Quarter-finals (1970, 1986)
Star Player
Santiago Giménez
About Mexico
Mexico, with its capital in Mexico City and a population of 130 million, is known for ancient Mayan ruins, vibrant cuisine, and Day of the Dead celebrations. Mexico City was built on the ruins of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan and is sinking an average of 20 inches per year.
In football, the El Tri are a 17-time World Cup participant with their best result being Quarter-finals (1970, 1986). Their World Cup journey began in 1930, and they enter the 2026 tournament with Santiago Giménez as their talisman under head coach Javier Aguirre. Mexico's Estadio Azteca is the first stadium to host two World Cup finals (1970, 1986) — and will now host a third tournament in 2026.
SeatNav's Power Index rates Mexico at 6.6 out of 10, ranking them #13 overall and classifying them as a genuine contender. In Group A, they face South Korea, South Africa in what has been categorized as a manageable group (difficulty 3/10).
With a market demand score of 8/10, Mexico matches will be among the most sought-after tickets at the 2026 World Cup. Their global fanbase ensures electric atmospheres, and fans can expect premium pricing for group stage fixtures. Check back closer to the tournament for ticket availability and pricing through SeatNav.
Key Player
Santiago Giménez
El Tri · FIFA #15
Head Coach
Javier Aguirre
Home: Estadio Azteca
Group A
Top 2 advance. Best 3rd-place teams qualify for Round of 32.
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Group Stage Opponents
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