Mexico
CONCACAF Third Place • 17th Appearance • Last Appearance: 2022
World Cup Qualification Match

Mexico
2 – 1
Qualified

Costa Rica
Qualification Journey
Mexico secured their spot in the 2026 World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Costa Rica in a qualifier at Estadio Azteca. This win not only guaranteed their place in the tournament but also solidified Mexico’s status as one of the strongest teams in CONCACAF.
The qualification campaign was marked by several key moments:
- Early dominance in CONCACAF qualifiers
- Key victories against USA and Canada
- Final dramatic win against Costa Rica
This qualification marks Mexico’s 17th appearance in the FIFA World Cup, with their best performance being Quarter-finals in 1970 and 1986.