Mexico’s national team has entered a fresh cycle after a disappointing showing at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The Tricolor now focuses on the Nations League, opening with fixtures against Suriname and Jamaica, as part of a broader effort to reset and refresh ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
The program unfolds under the guidance of Argentinian head coach Diego Cocca, who faces the challenge of revitalizing a squad that faced setbacks in the Gold Cup 2021, the Concacaf Nations League, and the World Cup Qatar 2022 group stage. Cocca aims to bring new energy and a clear identity to the team, building toward a stronger presence in regional and global competitions.
With a view toward gradual development, Cocca plans to introduce a new generation by testing players early in the Nations League against Suriname and Jamaica. This approach will give the coaching staff a close look at talent as preparations continue for the national team’s official matches in 2023.
In coverage from GOAL, the schedule outlines both competitive fixtures and friendlies for the Tricolor in the current year, including opportunities to evaluate options in different tactical systems and roles across the squad.
MEXICO MATCHES IN THE NATIONS LEAGUE
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June 11, 2022
June 14, 2022
March 23, 2023
- Suriname vs. Mexico in Paramaribo, Suriname
March 26, 2023
- Mexico vs Jamaica in Mexico City, Mexico
MEXICO FRIENDLIES IN 2023
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Wednesday, April 19
- 8:22 PM CST | Mexico vs United States at State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ
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MEXICO IN THE WORLD CUP QUALIFICATION PATH
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As the host nation for the 2026 World Cup along with the United States and Canada, Mexico is set to be automatically qualified for the tournament, removing the need for regional qualifiers under the current format.
MEXICO AT THE WORLD CUP
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Attribution: This article draws on coverage and schedules reported by Goal and photo credits from Getty Images to illustrate the team’s calendar and context for the season. [Goal] [Getty Images]