Czech Republic vs Mexico live updates: World Cup 2026 game latest news and buildup
Hello, and welcome back to The Athletic’s continuing coverage of the world’s biggest sporting event, the 2026 World Cup.
We’re kicking off the final matchweek of the group stage today as Mexico return to Estadio Azteca to face the Czech Republic and close out Group A.
Mexico have already clinched their ideal scenario. With two wins and six points from their first two matches, they are top of Group A and assured of at least one, and possibly two, games on home soil in Mexico City. Expect heavy rotation from Javier Aguirre’s side, with nothing to play for from a tournament perspective today.
The Czech Republic, on the other hand, have plenty to play for. They need a result — and likely all three points — to secure a place in the knockouts as either a second- or third-placed team.
So stick around for all the latest team news, analysis, play-by-play action and more, as we bring it all to you right here.