Mexico v Turkey - International Friendly
El Tri confirmed friendly matches against Japan and South Korea during the upcoming FIFA international window in September
America v Pachuca - Final Torneo Clausura 2025 Liga MX Femenil
WHAT HAPPENED?
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the Mexican national team is ramping up its preparations for a historic tournament that will be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
Mikel Arriola, executive president of Liga MX and commissioner of the Mexican Football Federation (FMF), confirmed that efforts are underway to secure high-caliber international opponents for El Tri in the remaining year before the global event.
Speaking during a virtual appearance at an event held at the Mexican Embassy in Rome - marking the countdown to the World Cup - Arriola revealed that one of the FMF's main objectives is to arrange a friendly against four-time world champions Italy, ideally in 2026 as part of the final phase of preparation.
"We want Mexico to face Italy as part of our World Cup warm-up," Arriola stated. "It would be a key fixture in our roadmap toward the tournament."
FBL-WC-2026-MEXICO-CLOCK-COUNTDOWN
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Mexico is set to make history as the first nation to host the FIFA World Cup for a third time, and with that comes the ambition to raise the level of competition for the national team. The FMF is particularly focused on testing El Tri against teams with strong soccer traditions across Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
Arriola also outlined the broader preparation strategy for the national team, emphasizing that Mexico will benefit from an extended pre-tournament training camp. The squad is expected to begin its final preparations six-plus weeks before kickoff - giving El Tri significantly more time than most other teams.
“This extended camp will give us a competitive edge,” Arriola said. “We’re also planning to play 50 percent more friendly matches than the average national team, with opponents from Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Ideally, Italy will be among them.”
Additionally, Arriola highlighted that should Mexico top its group in the World Cup, the national team could potentially play additional knockout-stage matches on home soil - allowing fans to continue supporting their team locally and creating a unique home-field advantage.
FBL-WC2014-CONFED-MEX-ITA
DID YOU KNOW?
The last meeting between Mexico and Italy took place more than a decade ago at the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup in Brazil. On that occasion, the Azzurri claimed a 2-1 victory with goals from Andrea Pirlo and Mario Balotelli, while Javier "Chicharito" Hernández scored from the penalty spot for Mexico.
Mexico v Turkey - International Friendly
WHAT NEXT FOR MEXICO NATIONAL TEAM?
Mexico will kick off their Gold Cup campaign Saturday against the Dominican Republic at SoFi Stadium. It will be a historic occasion, as this marks the first meeting between the two national teams in official competition.
Barcelona hold talks with Williams as Yamal teases link-upBarcelona sporting director Deco reportedly met up with Nico Williams' agent in a bid to reignite their interest in the Athletic Club winger.Barcelona have reopened talks with Williams' camp, including his agent Felix Tainta, per Spanish publication Sport, with Deco leading efforts to lure the 22-year-old away from Athletic Club. The Spanis...
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC v Brentford FC - Premier LeagueManchester United target Bryan Mbeumo's was the Premier League's most clinical goalscorer in the 2024-25 season according to xG.West Ham United FC v Nottingham Forest FC - Premier LeagueWHAT HAPPENED?An analysis of the Premier League's xG data by Grosvenor Sport reveals Mbuemo's tally of 20 league goals came from chances that should have ge...
A fascinating transfer battle is emerging for Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo (Image: Getty)Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly made a £70million bid to outmuscle Manchester United for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo.The offer from the north London club is said to be worth £65million plus an additional £5million in add-ons, which is £10million more than what United offered.As report...
Matheus Cunha isn't a natural striker. (Image: Getty)Manchester United started their mammoth summer rebuild by completing the £62.5million signing of Matheus Cunha on Thursday. Ruben Amorim is significantly upgrading his attack with the 26-year-old's arrival, and Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo should have the same impact if he follows suit.However, neither player will address arguably the big...
HERZOGENAURACH, GERMANY - JUNE 03: Florian Wirtz of Germany looks on during a team Germany training session at Herzo-Base on June 03, 2025 in Herzogenaurach, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images) (Image: Alexander Hassenstein, Getty Images)Liverpool are set to break the British transfer record by signing Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a staggering £116m.After a deal ...
Referees will wear eye-level cameras at the Club World Cup (Image: The Associated Press)Referees at the Club World Cup are set to wear eye-level cameras, offering fans a unique glimpse into the on-pitch action. Well... not quite. FIFA has unveiled plans to roll out this tech at the expanded tournament starting in Miami on Saturday. However, it seems the move is geared more towards spicing up TV br...
It's the first edition of the revamped Club World Cup (Image: Getty)A star-studded panel has been revealed for DAZN's international coverage of the upcoming Club World Cup in the United States. It's the first edition of the revamped tournament, with 32 teams from around the globe set to battle it out in a bid to become world champions.Manchester City and Chelsea have qualified for the tournament a...
Mikel Arteta has another signing in his sights. (Image: Getty)Ajax star Jorrel Hato might already have been spotted at Anfield this season, but it’s the Emirates where he could soon be landing on his next visit to England. The 19-year-old centre-back was in the crowd in January to watch Liverpool’s 4-1 win over Ipswich, sparking rumours of a move to Merseyside.Hato later denied the cla...
Frankfurt's French forward #11 Hugo Ekitike reacts during the German first division Bundesliga football match between 1 FSV Mainz 05 and Eintracht Frankfurt in Mainz, western Germany on May 4, 2025. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images) (Image: AFP via Getty Imag...
liveBryan Mbeumo and Viktor Gyokeres feature in today's transfer news (Image: Getty)The transfer window has temporarily paused to allow teams competing in the Club World Cup to register their squads. However, there remains a plethora of deals being struck in the background ready to be formally announced when the window reopens next Monday.Manchester United are busy bolstering Ruben Amorim's squad ...
- 1 Portugal vs France Prediction 12 June 2025
- 2 Bryan Mbeumo 'picks between Man Utd and Tottenham' as transfer agreement struck
- 3 England player ratings vs Andorra: Cole Palmer disappoints as Kane bails out Tuchel
- 4 Bayer Leverkusen interested in shock move for Jack Grealish
- 5 Brazil vs Paraguay Prediction 11 June 2025
- 6 Daily Laugh - Morata : Me again?
- 7 Harvey Elliott opens door to Liverpool exit
- 8 Bonnie Blue banned from adult site as controversial stunt 'crossed the line'
- 9 Transfer news: Jadon Sancho announces move as Liverpool confirm deal
- 10 Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk opens up on retirement plans