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Javier Aguirre's team awaits the closing of groups with high chances of crossing paths with Ecuador or Uruguay. Mexico still awaits the definition of its opponent in the Round of 16, while the other two hosts of the 2026 World Cup already know who their next opponent will be in the next round.
What happened?
Mexico qualified for the next round with 9 points and no goals conceded, thanks to its three victories.
Why is it important for Mexico?
Mexico has high chances of facing Ecuador, a team ranked 24th by FIFA. There is also a possibility of facing Uruguay, the 18th-ranked team in the world, or Spain, the third-best team in the ranking.
What comes next?
Javier Aguirre's team awaits the closing of combinations. The United States will face Bosnia on July 1, while Canada will face South Africa.
| Team | Points | Goals for | Goals against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 9 | 6 | 0 |
| South Africa | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Bosnia | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Ecuador | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Uruguay | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Spain | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Scotland | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Mexico awaits the most complicated opponent in the Round of 16. With a 5-point lead over South Africa, Mexico seeks to advance in the 2026 World Cup. The last time Mexico played was on November 19, 2025, when it lost 1-2 to Paraguay.
What is the current situation?
The situation is as follows: - League standing: 1st in the 2026 World Cup, 9 points, 3 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws, with a recent form of WWW. - Goals this season: 6 scored, 0 conceded (+6 goal difference). - Lead at the top: 5 points clear of South Africa. - Last result: Mexico 1-2 Paraguay (November 19, 2025). - Recent form (last 5): 0 wins, 3 draws, 2 losses (LLDDD, most recent first); lost the last 2 games.
