Mexico sets its sights on future glory, we delve into the complete picture of the 2024 National Football Team Squad. This comprehensive guide will provide a full list of players, from seasoned veterans to rising stars, along with details on the coaching staff, captaincy, and the team’s home turf. We’ll also explore their upcoming fixtures, giving you a chance to mark your calendars and cheer on Mexico’s footballers in their quest for international dominance.
The Mexico national football team represents Mexico in international football and is governed by the Mexican Football Federation. It competes as a member of CONCACAF.
Mexico National Football Team Players, Current squad
This is Mexico team for FIFA World Cup 2026, Mexico National Football Team Players for other Tournament like Euro 2024. Mexico Squad for International Friendlies, CONCACAF Gold Cup, CONCACAF Nations League, Summer Olympics, FIFA Confederations Cup, and World Cup qualifying.
| No. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luis Malagón | 2 March 1997 (age 27) | 4 | 0 | América | |
| 12 | Julio González | 23 April 1991 (age 33) | 0 | 0 | UNAM | |
| 13 | Guillermo Ochoa (captain) | 13 July 1985 (age 38) | 150 | 0 | Salernitana | |
| Defenders | ||||||
| 2 | Julián Araujo | 13 August 2001 (age 22) | 13 | 0 | Las Palmas | |
| 3 | César Montes | 24 February 1997 (age 27) | 44 | 1 | Almería | |
| 5 | Johan Vásquez | 22 October 1998 (age 25) | 22 | 1 | Genoa | |
| 6 | Gerardo Arteaga | 7 September 1998 (age 25) | 22 | 1 | Monterrey | |
| 16 | Jesús Orozco | 19 February 2002 (age 22) | 2 | 0 | Guadalajara | |
| 19 | Jorge Sánchez | 10 December 1997 (age 26) | 41 | 1 | Porto | |
| 21 | Érick Aguirre | 23 February 1997 (age 27) | 14 | 0 | Monterrey | |
| 23 | Jesús Gallardo | 15 August 1994 (age 29) | 98 | 2 | Monterrey | |
| Midfielders | ||||||
| 4 | Edson Álvarez (vice-captain) | 24 October 1997 (age 26) | 76 | 5 | West Ham United | |
| 7 | Luis Romo | 5 June 1995 (age 28) | 44 | 3 | Monterrey | |
| 8 | Carlos Rodríguez | 3 January 1997 (age 27) | 48 | 0 | Cruz Azul | |
| 10 | Roberto Alvarado | 7 September 1998 (age 25) | 43 | 5 | Guadalajara | |
| 14 | Érick Sánchez | 27 September 1999 (age 24) | 27 | 3 | Pachuca | |
| 15 | Uriel Antuna | 21 August 1997 (age 26) | 59 | 13 | Cruz Azul | |
| 17 | Orbelín Pineda | 24 March 1996 (age 28) | 68 | 10 | AEK Athens | |
| 18 | Luis Chávez | 15 January 1996 (age 28) | 30 | 4 | Dynamo Moscow | |
| Forwords | ||||||
| 9 | Julián Quiñones | 24 March 1997 (age 27) | 3 | 1 | América | |
| 11 | Santiago Giménez | 18 April 2001 (age 23) | 25 | 4 | Feyenoord | |
| 20 | Henry Martín | 18 November 1992 (age 31) | 43 | 9 | América | |
| 22 | Hirving Lozano | 30 July 1995 (age 28) | 70 | 18 | PSV | |
Recent call-ups
The following players have also been called up within the last twelve months.
| Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Acevedo | 19 April 1996 (age 28) | 6 | 0 | Santos Laguna |
| José Antonio Rodríguez | 4 July 1992 (age 31) | 2 | 0 | Tijuana |
| Kevin Álvarez | 15 January 1999 (age 25) | 15 | 1 | América |
| Israel Reyes | 23 May 2000 (age 23) | 14 | 2 | América |
| Jesús Angulo | 30 January 1998 (age 26) | 14 | 0 | UANL |
| Cristian Calderón | 24 May 1997 (age 26) | 4 | 0 | América |
| Víctor Guzmán | 7 March 2002 (age 22) | 3 | 0 | Monterrey |
| Luis Olivas | 10 February 2000 (age 24) | 2 | 0 | Mazatlán |
| Omar Campos | 20 July 2002 (age 21) | 1 | 0 | Los Angeles |
| Brian García | 31 October 1997 (age 26) | 1 | 0 | Toluca |
| Alexis Peña | 13 January 1996 (age 28) | 1 | 0 | Necaxa |
| Rafael Fernández | 5 August 2000 (age 23) | 0 | 0 | Tijuana |
| Ramón Juárez | 9 May 2001 (age 22) | 0 | 0 | América |
| Ricardo Chávez | 19 November 1994 (age 29) | 1 | 0 | Atlético San Luis |
| Néstor Araujo | 29 August 1991 (age 32) | 67 | 3 | América |
| Salvador Reyes | 4 May 1998 (age 25) | 2 | 0 | América |
| Jonathan dos Santos | 26 April 1990 (age 34) | 57 | 5 | América |
| Érick Gutiérrez | 15 June 1995 (age 28) | 36 | 1 | Guadalajara |
| Alexis Vega | 25 November 1997 (age 26) | 27 | 6 | Toluca |
| Diego Lainez | 9 June 2000 (age 23) | 26 | 3 | UANL |
| Sebastián Córdova | 12 June 1997 (age 26) | 17 | 3 | UANL |
| Fernando Beltrán | 8 May 1998 (age 25) | 10 | 0 | Guadalajara |
| Ozziel Herrera | 25 May 2001 (age 22) | 7 | 0 | UANL |
| Víctor Guzmán | 3 February 1995 (age 29) | 6 | 1 | Guadalajara |
| César Huerta | 3 December 2000 (age 23) | 6 | 1 | UNAM |
| Omar Govea | 18 January 1996 (age 28) | 5 | 1 | Monterrey |
| Érik Lira | 8 May 2000 (age 23) | 4 | 0 | Cruz Azul |
| Jordi Cortizo | 30 June 1996 (age 27) | 3 | 0 | Monterrey |
| Marcelo Flores | 1 October 2003 (age 20) | 3 | 0 | UANL |
| Jordan Carrillo | 30 November 2001 (age 22) | 1 | 0 | Santos Laguna |
| Rodrigo López | 12 November 2001 (age 22) | 1 | 0 | UNAM |
| Marcel Ruiz | 26 October 2000 (age 23) | 1 | 0 | Toluca |
| Fidel Ambríz | 21 March 2003 (age 21) | 0 | 0 | León |
| Juan Pablo Domínguez | 30 October 1998 (age 25) | 0 | 0 | Toluca |
| Denzell García | 15 August 2003 (age 20) | 0 | 0 | Juárez |
| Rodrigo Huescas | 18 September 2003 (age 20) | 0 | 0 | Cruz Azul |
| Diego Medina | 12 March 2001 (age 23) | 0 | 0 | Santos Laguna |
| Pável Pérez | 26 June 1998 (age 25) | 0 | 0 | Guadalajara |
| Alfonso González | 5 September 1994 (age 29) | 5 | 0 | Monterrey |
| Dieter Villalpando | 4 August 1991 (age 32) | 1 | 0 | Juárez |
| Andrés Montaño | 22 May 2002 (age 21) | 0 | 0 | Mazatlán |
| Héctor Herrera | 19 April 1990 (age 34) | 105 | 10 | Houston Dynamo |
| Alan Cervantes | 17 January 1998 (age 26) | 5 | 0 | Santos Laguna |
| Raúl Jiménez | 5 May 1991 (age 32) | 104 | 33 | Fulham |
| Guillermo Martínez | 15 March 1995 (age 29) | 1 | 1 | UNAM |
| Iván López | 21 April 1999 (age 25) | 1 | 0 | Toluca |
| Bryan González | 10 April 2003 (age 21) | 1 | 0 | Pachuca |
| Roberto de la Rosa | 4 January 2000 (age 24) | 3 | 1 | Pachuca |
Support staff
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Jaime Lozano |
| Assistant coaches | Toni Clavero |
| Ryota Nishimura | |
| Goalkeeping coach | Alejandro Arredondo |
| Fitness coach | Aníbal González |
| Video analyst | Eduardo González |
| Physiotherapist | Carlos Peçanha |
| Team doctor | José Luis Serrano |
Who is Captain of Mexico National Football Team?
Mexico National Football Team Led by captain Guillermo Ochoa.
What is Mexico’s nickname for their national football team?
Mexico’s nickname for their national football team is El Tri.
This nickname comes from the Mexican flag, which has three vertical stripes of green, white, and red. These three colors are also reflected in the team’s jerseys, and “El Tri” is short for “El Tricolor,” meaning “The Tricolor” in Spanish.
How many World Cups has Mexico won?
Despite being a strong contender and a regular participant, Mexico has not yet won a FIFA World Cup. They’ve had impressive runs, reaching the quarterfinals twice (in 1970 and 1986) when they hosted the tournament, but haven’t been able to secure the ultimate victory.
Who is the head coach of the Mexico national football team?
Jaime Lozano is the current head coach of the Mexico national football team.
Mexico National Football Team Home Ground
The home ground of the Mexico National Football Team is the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Also known as “El Coloso de Santa Úrsula” (The Colossus of Santa Ursula), it’s the largest stadium in Mexico with a capacity of over 87,000. It has been the official home of the Mexican national team since it was built in 1966.
Mexico National Football Team Next Fixtures 2024
Here’s what we know so far:
Confirmed Matches:
- May 31: Mexico vs. Bolivia (Chicago, USA) – Friendly
- June 5: Mexico vs. Uruguay (Denver, USA) – Friendly
- June 8: Mexico vs. Brazil (College Station, USA) – Friendly
- June 23: Mexico vs. Jamaica (Houston, USA) – Copa América
- June 27: Venezuela vs. Mexico (Inglewood, USA) – Copa América
- July 1: Mexico vs. Ecuador (Glendale, USA) – Copa América
- September 7: Mexico vs. New Zealand (Pasadena, USA) – Friendly
- September 10: Mexico vs. Canada (Arlington, USA) – Friendly
Mexico National Football Team History
Mexico’s national football team, affectionately nicknamed “El Tri” (The Tricolor), boasts a rich history intertwined with the nation’s cultural identity. They are a powerhouse in the CONCACAF region, consistently ranking among the world’s elite. This deep dive explores El Tri’s fascinating journey, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a global football force.
Early Days and World Cup Debut (1920s-1930s)
The seeds of Mexican football were sown in the early 1900s, with European immigrants and returning students introducing the sport. In 1927, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) was formed, paving the way for international competition. Mexico participated in the 1928 Summer Olympics, their first international tournament, but fell short. However, this marked the beginning of a national team taking shape.
A defining moment arrived in 1930 when Mexico became one of the 13 teams to participate in the inaugural FIFA World Cup held in Uruguay. This was a significant achievement for a young team, though their debut wasn’t rosy. El Tri lost all three group stage matches, returning home without a win. Despite the initial setback, the World Cup experience ignited a passion for football in Mexico, laying the foundation for future success.
Golden Age and Regional Dominance (1950s-1980s)
The post-war era witnessed a significant rise in Mexican football. The 1950s saw the emergence of legendary players like Carlos Septién and Héctor Hernández, who instilled a more technical and attacking style of play. Mexico qualified for the 1954 and 1958 World Cups, showcasing improvement but failing to advance past the group stage.
The 1960s and 1970s marked a golden age for El Tri. Under coaches like Ignacio Trelles and Antonio López Fuentes, Mexico developed a strong tactical identity and a winning mentality. They dominated the CONCACAF Championship, winning three titles (1965, 1971, 1977), establishing themselves as the regional powerhouse.
A pivotal moment arrived in 1970 when Mexico hosted the FIFA World Cup. The passionate home crowd propelled El Tri to their best World Cup performance to date, reaching the quarter-finals before bowing out to eventual champions Brazil. This historic run cemented Mexico’s place among the world’s elite football nations.
The momentum continued into the 1986 World Cup, again hosted by Mexico. Led by the iconic Hugo Sánchez, El Tri displayed attacking flair and tactical prowess. They repeated their quarter-final feat, falling to West Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout. These World Cup performances solidified Mexico’s reputation as a team to be reckoned with on the global stage.
Challenges and Continued Excellence (1990s-Present)
The post-1986 era brought its share of challenges. Mexico failed to qualify for the 1990 World Cup, a major setback that prompted strategic changes within the FMF. A renewed focus on youth development and tactical innovation paid off. El Tri secured a place in every subsequent World Cup, a testament to their consistency and resilience.
The 1990s also saw Mexico dominate the newly formed CONCACAF Gold Cup, winning the first three editions (1993, 1996, 1998). They continued their regional dominance in the 21st century, adding seven more Gold Cup titles to their trophy cabinet, solidifying their position as the CONCACAF kingpins.
While World Cup success has remained elusive, El Tri has constantly reached the knockout stages. Players like Rafael Márquez, Cuauhtémoc Blanco, and Andrés Guardado have become national heroes, inspiring generations of young footballers. Mexico co-hosted the 2026 World Cup alongside Canada and the United States, marking their third time hosting the prestigious tournament.
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