Red-and-white boost: a historic key for Mexico at FIFA 2026 | OneFootball

The Mexican National Team delivered a historic first phase at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by earning three wins in three matches and advancing to the next round with a perfect record. Behind that run, one constant stood out: the excellent work of the Chivas players, who were directly involved in several of the most decisive moments of El Tri’s journey.

Between players from the current Rojiblanco squad and players developed in the Rojiblanca Youth Academy, the mark of the Sacred Flock was present throughout the entire first phase, with goals, assists, and key saves that helped Mexico put together one of the best World Cup starts in its history: nine points out of nine possible and a clean sheet throughout the entire Group Stage.

A debut with the Rojiblanco stamp

The World Cup journey began with a 2-0 win over South Africa at Estadio Ciudad de México. The Rojiblanco influence showed up from the opening whistle. Roberto Alvarado established himself as one of the most influential men in attack by providing the assist for the second goal, while Raúl Rangel brought security between the posts to keep a clean sheet.

Meanwhile, Brian Gutiérrez turned in a standout performance in midfield, playing an active role in the team’s attacking buildup and drawing a red card that shaped the course of the match.

In addition, Armando González logged his first minutes in a World Cup after coming on as a substitute in the second half, bringing movement and link-up play to the front line.

Romo and Rangel lead the way to qualification

The second matchday brought one of the most important moments of Rojiblanco involvement at the World Cup. With Estadio Guadalajara as the backdrop, Luis Romo appeared at the right moment to score the goal that secured Mexico’s place in the next round.

Raúl Rangel was once again decisive as well. Late in the match, with South Korea pushing for an equalizer, the Rojiblanco goalkeeper produced a spectacular double save to preserve Mexico’s lead.

In addition, Roberto Alvarado and Brian Gutiérrez once again started, bringing intensity, dynamism, and attacking solutions within Javier Aguirre’s system.

A historic victory with Rojiblanco stars

Mexico wrapped up the first phase last night with a commanding 3-0 win over Czechia to complete a perfect Group Stage and secure its place in the knockout round.

Once again, Guadalajara’s players played a leading role. The first goal carried the Rojiblanco stamp, with an assist from Luis Romo for the goal scored by Mateo Chávez, a Rojiblanco academy product who currently plays for AZ Alkmaar.

Roberto Alvarado was once again a key piece in El Tri’s attacking creation by providing the assist for Álvaro Fidalgo’s goal, while Raúl Rangel turned in another high-level performance to keep Mexico from conceding for the third straight match.

With El Tri now in the knockout stage, the Rojiblanca presence continues to be a constant on the biggest stage in world soccer, reaffirming the impact of the talent developed at Guadalajara within the Mexican National Team.

The Rojiblanco numbers with the Mexican National Team:

-Players called up: 5-Goals by players linked to Guadalajara: 2 -Assists by players linked to Guadalajara: 3-Matches started by Raúl Rangel: 3-Clean sheets by Raúl Rangel: 3-Key double save by Raúl Rangel: 1-Assists by Roberto Alvarado: 2-Red cards drawn by Brian Gutiérrez: 1-Red cards drawn by Roberto Alvarado: 1

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