The Mexico national team will debut with Rafael Márquez as coach in front of 50,000 people in Baltimore, United States, in a friendly match against Colombia.

What happened?

After the connection that the Tri reestablished with the fans during the 2026 World Cup, the expectation remains, now under the direction of Rafa Márquez, the public responded to the first match that the Káiser will coach.

After the ticket sales for the Mexico vs Colombia match started in September, the public quickly sold out the first locations, according to TUDN.

Why is it important for Mexico?

The match will be played at the M&T Bank Stadium, where the Ravens of the NFL usually play and which has a capacity for more than 70,000 people. More than a month before the match, 50,000 tickets have already been sold and they are considering opening the upper part of the stadium due to demand.

The Baltimore venue is part of the search for new venues for Mexico's friendlies in the United States.

What comes next?

Rafael Márquez will debut as the national team coach in the September and October tour, in which Mexico will face Colombia, Peru, United States, and Chile in different venues in the northern country.

With a league standing of 1st place, 9 points, 3 wins and 0 losses, and a goal difference of +6, Mexico is preparing to face Colombia in their next match, scheduled for September 26, 2026.