Mexico defines its friendly schedule after the 2026 World Cup
The Tri announced three United States friendly matches as the 2026 season finale, facing Colombia, Peru and Chile. The tour, led by Rafael Márquez, follows a ninth‑place finish at the World Cup, and the side tops the tournament table with 9 points, 3 wins and no losses.
When and where will the games be played?
The first fixture is on Saturday, September 26 against Colombia at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. Three days later, on Tuesday, September 29, Mexico will meet Peru at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey. The final match takes place on Tuesday, October 6 against Chile at the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
What does this calendar mean for Mexico?
These friendlies give Márquez a chance to test his new tactical setup and assess players for the long‑term project toward the 2030 World Cup. They also serve as preparation for the Nations League match scheduled for November, with the opponent still to be decided.
How has recent history shaped these match‑ups?
Against Colombia, the record is even with 10 wins each and 9 draws; the most recent game ended 4‑0 for Colombia on October 11, 2025. Versus Peru, Mexico holds a 12‑win advantage, 8 draws and 9 losses, the last victory being 1‑0 on September 24, 2022. For Chile, the Tri has 14 wins, 5 draws and 12 defeats, the latest encounter finishing 2‑2 on December 8, 2021.
What comes after the friendlies?
Following the tour, Mexico will focus on the upcoming official Nations League match at home, with the date to be confirmed after the September‑October FIFA window. Márquez aims to solidify a competitive squad that keeps Mexico at the forefront of international football.
