Mexico’s national football team will play in Qatar for the eighth consecutive World Cup in November. They qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after finishing second in the CONCACAF qualifiers.
Mexico’s most dominant performances came at home World Cups in 1970 and 1986 respectively. They reached the quarter-finals with their excellent eye-catching performances in these two World Cups. At the World Cup in Qatar, they are in Group C with 2-time world champions Argentina, Asian giants Saudi Arabia and European underdog Poland. Mexican national team manager Tata Martino will be hoping his men can qualify for the knockouts but for that, they will need to produce their best performance on Qatar soil.
Coach
Tata Martino is the current head football manager of the Mexico national football team. Martino was appointed as the manager of Mexico on 7th January 2019 by the Femexfut (Mexico Football Federation). Under his coaching, they qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after finishing second in the CONCACAF qualifiers. His high-pressing and attacking football strategies will be a key role for Mexico on Qatari soil.
Goalkeepers
Club America’s goalkeeper and also Mexico’s most experienced footballer Guillermo Ochoa could be the first choice for Martino at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar due to his recent good performances. On the other hand, Club Leon’s great goalkeeper Rodolfo Cota can be a suitable alternative to Guillermo Ochoa in Qatar.
Meanwhile, Alfredo Talavera is another experienced option who could be coach Martino’s third-choice keeper in Qatar World Cup.
| Player name | Club name |
| Guillermo Ochoa | Club America |
| Rodolfo Cota | Club Leon |
| Alfredo Talavera | Juarez |
Defenders
Tata Martino has always preferred to play a four-man defense throughout his coaching career. Mexico’s national team’s defense line features a nice blend of youth and experience. The Mexican defense line features experienced defenders such as Monterrey’s two talented defenders Jesus Gallardo and Hector Moreno and Club America’s Nestor Araujo, while on the other hand there are talented young talents such as CF Pachuca’s Kevin Alvarez, Tigres UANL’s Jesus Angulo, and Cremonese’s Johan Vasquez.
Angulo is an all-rounder who can play in both left-back and center-back formations with equal adeptness. This depth defense line can stop any favorite team in the upcoming 2022 Qatar World Cup.
| Player name | Club name |
| Jesus Gallardo | Monterrey |
| Hector Moreno | Monterrey |
| Nestor Araujo | Club America |
| Kevin Alvarez | CF Pachuca |
| Jesus Angulo | Tigres UANL |
| Johan Vasquez | Cremonese |
| Cesar Montes | Monterrey |
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Midfielders
Houston Dynamo’s 32-year-old veteran attacking midfielder Hector Herrera has dominated Europe for almost a decade with his skills and performances. On the other hand, Real Betis star player Andres Guardado, who has played the most international matches for Mexico, and Ajax’s young star defensive midfielder Edson Alvarez are two reliable options in Tata Martino’s midfield.
Meanwhile, future stars like Braga’s Diego Lainez and Cruz Azul’s two attacking midfielders Uriel Antuna and Carlos Rodriguez can stun opponents with their counterattacks on Qatar soil.
| Player name | Club name |
| Hector Herrera | Houston Dynamo |
| Andres Guardado (captain) | Real Betis |
| Edson Alvarez | Ajax |
| Diego Lainez | Braga |
| Uriel Antuna | Cruz Azul |
| Carlos Rodriguez | Cruz Azul |
| Luis Chavez | Pachuca |
Forwards
Napoli’s Hirving Lozano and Wolves’ Raul Jimenez are two legendary strikers from Tata Martino’s side. Alongside them, Monterrey’s goal machine Rogelio Funes Mori and Club America’s talented forward Henry Martin are two other reliable options for Mexico. These two Mexican forwards are giving their best performances for their clubs this season.
While two youngsters like Guadalajara’s Alexis Vega and Feyenoord’s Santiago Gimenez have the potential to give their country a great promising performance in Qatar.
| Player name | Club name |
| Hirving Lozano | Napoli |
| Raul Jimenez | Wolves |
| Rogelio Funes Mori | Monterrey |
| Henry Martin | Club America |
| Alexis Vega | Guadalajara |
| Santiago Gimenez | Feyenoord |
Conclusion
Mexico’s national football team will play in Qatar for the eighth consecutive World Cup in November. They qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after finishing second in the CONCACAF qualifiers. They will need to produce their best performance on Qatar soil to win the 22nd edition of this international football championship. Coach Tata Martino’s high-pressing and attacking football strategies will help Mexico to win the prestigious trophy for the 1st time.
FAQ
Who is the all-time leading goalscorer for Mexico?
Javier Hernández is the all-time leading goalscorer for Mexico with 52 international goals in 109 appearances.
What is the main symbol of Mexican national football?
An eagle holding a snake in its beak is the main symbol of Mexican national football.
What is the best performance of Mexico in the FIFA World Cup?
Mexico’s most dominant performances came at home World Cups in 1970 and 1986 respectively. They reached the quarter-finals with their excellent eye-catching performances in these two World Cups.