Overview

• Mikel Arriola revealed the official countdown clock at the Centro de Alto Rendimiento to mark 307 days until Mexico’s opening match in June 2026.
• Arriola met with coach Javier Aguirre at the CAR to refine logistical and training details ahead of the tournament.
• The team will train together for six weeks—the lengthiest buildup among all participants—enabled by removing Play-in fixtures and excluding internationals from the Liguilla.
• Mexico has scheduled 15 preparatory friendlies across Europe, Asia and South America to test the squad against diverse opponents.
• Renovations at the CAR are underway and FMF president Ivar Sisniega urged staff to fully commit to supporting the national team’s success.