The Mexico national football team has been surpassed by Cape Verde in the World Cup history. With their point earned against Uruguay, Cape Verde overtakes Mexico in the standings.

What happened?

Cape Verde drew goalless against Spain and then tied 2-2 against Uruguay in their first participation in the World Cup. Mexico earned its first point in World Cup history by drawing with Wales in Sweden 1958.

Why is it important for Mexico?

Mexico's first win came in Chile 1962, when they defeated Czech Republic 3-1. However, the Mexican team was unable to earn more than one point until Mexico 1970.

What's next?

In the 2026 World Cup, Cape Verde earned its first two points, surpassing the Mexico national football team in the number of editions it took the Africans to earn more than one point in a World Cup. Mexico seeks to improve its performance in the 2026 World Cup.

StatisticValue
Cape Verde points2
Mexico points1