Mexico's national team returned to the top 10 in the FIFA rankings after an impressive performance in the 2026 World Cup. With four wins and 10 goals scored, the team is now the third best in the American continent.
How did Mexico achieve its rise to the top 10 in the FIFA rankings?
Mexico achieved four wins in the tournament, a record number for the national team in a single World Cup edition. Additionally, Mexico closed the group stage without receiving any goals and recorded a total of 10 goals scored during its participation.
Who shares the top 10 in the FIFA rankings with Mexico?
According to the latest update of the ranking, Mexico shares the group of the top 10 teams with the Netherlands (9), Belgium (8), Portugal (7), Morocco (6), Brazil (5), England (4), France (3), Argentina (2) and Spain (1), the current world champion.
Mexico's position also confirms it as the best-placed team in the Concacaf, surpassing regional powers like the United States and Canada. Moreover, the Tricolor is placed as the third best team in the American continent, only behind Argentina and Brazil.
Currently, Mexico is in first place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 classification, with 9 points, 3 wins and 0 losses in 3 games, and a streak of 4 consecutive wins (LWWWW). Additionally, the team has scored 6 goals and not received any in the competition. Its lead in the classification is 5 points over South Africa.
Mexico's last presentation in the competition was on July 6, 2026, when it faced England and lost 3-2. Despite this loss, the team remains one of the best teams in the world and its position in the FIFA rankings is a reflection of its competitive growth and its impact in the competition.
