
Mexico
Group A · FIFA rank 10 · World Cup 2026
Eliminated in the round of 16
Lost 2-3 to England
Mexico are co-hosts of this World Cup (with the USA and Canada), and their run has just ended.
They lost a thriller 3-2 to England at their own Estadio Azteca stadium in Mexico City, in front of their home fans.
It is a painful way to go, and they are the second co-host to be knocked out, after Canada.
Mexico's 2026 World Cup matches
- MexicoEnglandRound of 16 · Estadio Azteca, Mexico CityJul 52-3
- MexicoEcuadorRound of 32 · Estadio Azteca, Mexico CityJun 302-0
- Czech RepublicMexicoGroup A · Estadio Azteca, Mexico CityJun 240-3
- MexicoSouth KoreaGroup A · Estadio Akron, ZapopanJun 181-0
- MexicoSouth AfricaGroup A · Estadio Azteca, Mexico CityJun 112-0
Mexico squad and manager
Manager: Javier Aguirre
| 👕 No. | 🧑 Player | 🛡️ Club |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeepers (3) | ||
| 1 | Raúl Rangel | Guadalajara |
| 12 | Carlos Acevedo | Santos Laguna |
| 13 | Guillermo Ochoa | AEL Limassol |
| Defenders (7) | ||
| 2 | Jorge Sánchez | PAOK |
| 3 | César Montes | Lokomotiv Moscow |
| 4 | Edson Álvarez | Fenerbahçe |
| 5 | Johan Vásquez | Genoa |
| 15 | Israel Reyes | América |
| 20 | Mateo Chávez | AZ |
| 23 | Jesús Gallardo | Toluca |
| Midfielders (8) | ||
| 6 | Érik Lira | Cruz Azul |
| 7 | Luis Romo | Guadalajara |
| 8 | Álvaro Fidalgo | Real Betis |
| 17 | Orbelín Pineda | AEK Athens |
| 18 | Obed Vargas | Atlético Madrid |
| 19 | Gilberto Mora | Tijuana |
| 24 | Luis Chávez | Dynamo Moscow |
| 26 | Brian Gutiérrez | Guadalajara |
| Forwards (8) | ||
| 9 | Raúl Jiménez | Fulham |
| 10 | Alexis Vega | Toluca |
| 11 | Santiago Giménez | Milan |
| 14 | Armando González | Guadalajara |
| 16 | Julián Quiñones | Al-Qadsiah |
| 21 | César Huerta | Anderlecht |
| 22 | Guillermo Martínez | Pumas UNAM |
| 25 | Roberto Alvarado | Guadalajara |
Mexico at the World Cup
- FIFA ranking
- #10
- World Cup appearance
- 18th
- Best finish
- Quarter-finals (1970, 1986)
- Confederation
- CONCACAF
- Group
- Group A
How did Mexico's World Cup end?
For Mexico this one hurts more than most.
They went out at the Estadio Azteca, their own famous home, beaten 3-2 by England.
England raced into a 2-0 lead, and the huge home crowd went quiet.
But Mexico never stopped fighting.
Julian Quinones scored to make it 2-1, and later Raul Jimenez scored a penalty to make it 3-2.
Right at the end they threw everything forward, but England's goalkeeper made save after save to hold on to the score.
So near the finish, at home, it is a heartbreaking way to go out.
And it is such a shame, because Mexico had been so good all tournament.
They won every game in Group A, beating South Africa 2-0, South Korea 1-0, and the Czech Republic 3-0.
Across those 3 games they did not let in a single goal, which told you how organized they were.
Then in the round of 32 they beat Ecuador 2-0, for their first World Cup knockout win in 40 years.
Their veteran coach Javier Aguirre played a big role in their success.
He had them playing with real belief, and put together an impressive team, led by Raul Jimenez and Julian Quinones.
But in the end one wild night at the Azteca stadium ended their dream in the most dramatic fashion.
Despite that, Mexico can be proud of their run, and they gave their fans incredible memories.
Mexico's recent results
- W5-1SerbiaJune 4, 2026Friendly
Last 12 months before the tournament. Source: international match records.
Common questions
Which group were Mexico in at the 2026 World Cup?
Mexico were in Group A with South Africa, South Korea and Czech Republic. They finished 1st in the group.
Who is Mexico's manager?
Mexico are managed by Javier Aguirre.
What is Mexico's best World Cup result?
Mexico's best World Cup result is Quarter-finals in 1970, 1986.
Are Mexico still in the 2026 World Cup?
No, Mexico were knocked out in the round of 16 by England.
What is Mexico's FIFA ranking?
Mexico are ranked 10 in the FIFA world rankings.