World Cup history
Mexico (El Tri) has appeared at 17 editions of the FIFA World Cup, with a best finish of Quarter-final 1970, 1986. Founded in 1927, the federation enters World Cup 2026 in the CONCACAF pool, coached by Javier Aguirre.
- World Cup appearances17
- World Cup titles0
- Best finishQuarter-final 1970, 1986
- Head coachJavier Aguirre
- Founded1927
- FIFACONCACAF
Star players
- Edson Álvarez
- Hirving Lozano
- Raúl Jiménez
- Santiago Giménez
- Luis Chávez
Path to the trophy
Host nation — automatic qualification. With a 48-team field split into 12 groups of 4, the top two and best 8 third-placed teams advance to a 32-team Round of 32 — meaning even mid-table sides have a realistic knockout pathway.
FAQ
Has Mexico won the World Cup?
Mexico has not won the World Cup. Best finish: Quarter-final 1970, 1986.
Who is the head coach of Mexico?
Javier Aguirre leads Mexico into FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many times has Mexico played in the World Cup?
Mexico has appeared 17 times in the FIFA World Cup.
Who are Mexico's star players?
Edson Álvarez, Hirving Lozano, Raúl Jiménez, Santiago Giménez, Luis Chávez.
What confederation does Mexico represent?
Mexico plays in the CONCACAF confederation.
When does Mexico play in the World Cup 2026?
Schedule depends on the December 2025 group draw.
What is Mexico's nickname?
El Tri
Plan your Mexico World Cup 2026 experience
Host nation — automatic qualification.
