Mexico will be making their eighth consecutive World Cup finals appearance in Qatar.
Although they aren’t often recognised among the top footballing nations, Mexico have only failed to show at a World Cup on five occasions. El Tri have also reached the last 16 of the World Cup in each of their past seven appearances in the competition.
Mexico secured their spot in Qatar by finishing second in the CONCACAF third round table with eight wins from their 14 qualification matches, alongside four draws and just two defats.
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Latest Mexico odds to win the World Cup
| Betting Market | BetUK Odds |
| Mexico to win the World Cup | 150/1 |
| Mexico to reach semi-final odds | 11/1 |
| Mexico to reach quarter-final odds | 4/1 |
| Mexico odds to win Group C | 23/4 |
| Raul Jimenez World Cup Golden Boot odds | 200/1 |
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Mexico have been placed within an interesting group but they may fancy their chances of making it through to the last 16. The main problem is who they could face when they get there. Unless they win Group C — which is unlikely given Argentina stand in their way — or the World Cup curse strikes again, Mexico may struggle to go further than the last 16 as their most likely opponents would be France.
Mexico route to the World Cup 2022 Final in Qatar
Group stage fixtures
| Fixture | Stadium | Date* |
| Mexico vs Poland | Stadium 974 | 22 November, 4pm |
| Argentina vs Mexico | Lusail Iconic Stadium | 26 November, 7pm |
| Saudi Arabia vs Mexico | Lusail Iconic Stadium | 30 November, 7pm |
*All times GMT
Who could Mexico meet in the knockout rounds?
If Mexico were to win Group C, they would face the runners-up of Group D, which consists of France, Australia, Denmark and Tunisia, in Al Rayyan on 3rd December. France are favourites to win Group D with Denmark tipped to finish second. If El Tri get through that, it’s still a tough run to the World Cup final with the likes of Netherlands, England, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Brazil, Portugal and Uruguay all potentially to come.
| If Mexico win Group C | Potential opponent |
| Round of 16 | Denmark |
| Quarter-Final | Netherlands |
| Semi-Final | Brazil |
| Final | France |
Things will be tougher, if Mexico finish second. France would be the likely round of 16 opponent instead of Denmark before the likes of England, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Portugal and Brazil come into the picture.
| If Mexico come runners-up in Group C | Potential opponent |
| Round of 16 | France |
| Quarter-Final | England |
| Semi-Final | Portugal |
| Final | Brazil |
Confirmed Mexico World Cup 2022 squad
| Player | Position | Age | Club |
| Guillermo Ochoa | Goalkeeper | 37 | Club America |
| Alfredo Talavera | Goalkeeper | 40 | Juarez |
| Rodolfo Cota | Goalkeeper | 35 | Leon |
| Jorge Sanchez | Defender | 24 | Ajax |
| Kevin Alvarez | Defender | 23 | Pachuca |
| Nestor Araujo | Defender | 31 | Club America |
| Johan Vasquez | Defender | 24 | Cremonese |
| Hector Moreno | Defender | 34 | Monterrey |
| Cesar Montes | Defender | 25 | Monterrey |
| Gerardo Arteaga | Defender | 24 | Genk |
| Jesus Gallardo | Defender | 28 | Monterrey |
| Andres Guardado | Midfielder | 36 | Real Betis |
| Hector Herrera | Midfielder | 32 | Houston Dynamo |
| Charly Rodriguez | Midfielder | 25 | Cruz Azul |
| Erick Gutierrez | Midfielder | 27 | PSV |
| Luis Chavez | Midfielder | 26 | Pachuca |
| Edson Alvarez | Midfielder | 25 | Ajax |
| Orbelin Pineda | Midfielder | 26 | AEK Athens |
| Luis Romo | Midfielder | 27 | Monterrey |
| Alexis Vega | Forward | 24 | Guadalajara |
| Hirving Lozano | Forward | 27 | Napoli |
| Raul Jimenez | Forward | 31 | Wolves |
| Roberto Alvarado | Forward | 24 | Guadalajara |
| Uriel Antuna | Forward | 25 | Cruz Azul |
| Henry Martin | Forward | 30 | Club America |
| Rogelio Funes Mori | Forward | 31 | Monterrey |
Mexico players to watch at this year’s World Cup 2022
Mexico top World Cup Golden Boot contender – Raul Jimenez
Raul Jimenez finished as Mexico’s leading scorer in their WCQ campaign. The marksman has to date managed 29 goals across 96 international appearances. However, he will come into the World Cup cold, having not featured for Wolves since the end of August due to injury.
Mexico player to watch – Edson Alvarez
Having joined Ajax as Matthijs de Ligt’s successor the versatile Edson Alvarez has evolved into a supremely gifted holding midfielder. He’s been the glue that holds the Amsterdammers together, bringing the ball from deep and linking up with their roaming forwards, he’s expected to play a similar role for his national team as they seek to go deep in Qatar.
Mexico tactical analysis & likely formation at the World Cup
It comes as no surprise to find that Gerardo Martino, a disciple of Marcelo Bielsa, is a 4-3-3 practitioner. It’s been the most commonly used system he’s used since taking charge of Mexico in March 2019, from where he began with a 11-game winning streak, however indifferent results of late has thrown up the makeup of his starting lineup up in the air. That being said Mexico’s spine — Guillermo Ochoa, Héctor Moreno, Edson Alvarez and Hirving Lozano — is as impressive as any side in Qatar this winter.
Mexico FAQs
Where are Mexico in the FIFA world rankings?
Mexico are currently 13th in the FIFA world rankings with only Croatia, Germany, Denmark, Portugal, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, England, France, Argentina, Belgium and Brazil ahead of them.
Who is the Mexico manager?
Gerardo Martino was named Mexico manager in 2019, replacing Juan Carlos Osorio and has taken charge of more than 55 matches so far.
Who is the current Mexico captain?
Andrés Guardado is Mexico’s captain. He is set to become Mexico’s all-time most capped player.
How many times have Mexico won the World Cup?
In seven previous tournament outings El Tri have successfully qualified from the group stage but would be knocked out in the very next round. In fact the only two occasions Mexico made it to the quarter-fnials came in 1970 and 1988, when they hosted the World Cup.
How many times have Mexico competed in the World Cup?
Making their first appearance in 1930, Mexico have been involved in 17 World Cups including the 2022 edition in Qatar.
Who has scored Mexico most goals in World Cup tournaments?
Luis Hernández and Javier Hernández are Mexico’s top scorer at World Cup tournaments, netting four goals each.
Which player from Mexico has the most World Cup appearances?
Rafael Márquez has played in 19 World Cup games for Mexico, more than any other player.