Javier Aguirre
17
Quarter-finals (1970, 1986)
El Tri returns to Estadio Azteca with home advantage. Can Mexico finally advance past the Round of 16 for the first time since 1986?
Read full team guide →Mexico enters World Cup 2026 as co-hosts with unprecedented expectations and the opportunity to perform on home soil. El Tri has assembled a talented squad combining experienced veterans from Liga MX with exciting young prospects competing in Europe's top leagues. The team will benefit from playing in front of passionate Mexican crowds across the country, creating an electric atmosphere at every venue. As automatic qualifiers, Mexico has used the preparation period to fine-tune tactics and develop chemistry through competitive friendlies. El Tri plays an attacking brand of football built on technical quality and tactical intelligence. The Mexican fanbase is among the most passionate in world football, providing incredible support. This tournament represents a golden opportunity for Mexico to finally break through and achieve success on the world stage. Coach Javier Aguirre has built a team with genuine balance between defense and attack, creating optimism among supporters.
Midfielder
West Ham United
Winger
San Diego FC
Forward
Feyenoord
Goalkeeper
AEL Limassol
Defender
Genoa