Mexico
The story
Co-hosts open the tournament at Estadio Azteca, the only stadium ever to host three men's World Cups. A new generation hopes to finally break the round-of-16 ceiling.
How they got here
Automatic berth as co-host.
Expectations
Quarterfinals at home or it will be remembered as a missed generational chance.
Manager & key players
Group A
MexicoFIFA #14
South AfricaFIFA #50
South KoreaFIFA #22
Czech RepublicFIFA #43
Upcoming matches
Latest news & commentary
updated daily- Aug 1Tactics
Javier Aguirre has hinted at a tweaked back-three shape in training, freeing Santiago Giménez into a roaming role.
- Jul 30Build-up
Mexico take on a friendly opponent at home next week — a final dress rehearsal before the tournament window opens.
- Jul 28Injury
Santiago Giménez trained without restriction on Tuesday and is expected to be available for the opener.
- Jul 26Squad
Javier Aguirre is weighing a 26-player list with two uncapped call-ups pushing for late inclusion.
- Jul 24Camp
Mexico open their pre-tournament camp this week with a full-squad fitness block before the first friendly.