The Mexico national football team is in a key position in the 2026 World Cup, with the possibility of facing rivals like Scotland, Cape Verde, and Saudi Arabia in the round of 16. Sunday's matchday clarifies the landscape for the Mexican national team, with the round of 16 already in sight. Before the match between Spain and Saudi Arabia, the Spanish national team was Mexico's rival for the round of 32, but the 4-0 thrashing takes them out of that spot and leaves the Saudis in their place. And now, the Mexican national team must prepare to face their potential rivals in the next round. So, who are the potential rivals of the Mexico national football team in the round of 16? According to the latest news, Scotland is the rival with the highest probability of reaching the Estadio Ciudad de México to play against Mexico, with a 39% chance. Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia are also on the list, with a 17% and 12% probability, respectively. The Mexico national football team must be ready to face any rival that comes their way, with the goal of advancing in the 2026 World Cup. But, the competition will be fierce, and the Mexican national team must be prepared to give it their all. Sunday's matchday was just the beginning, and now the Mexico national football team must focus on the next round. The question is, can the Mexican national team advance in the 2026 World Cup? Only time will tell.