Mexico vs Iceland: Ideal opposition for El Tri

The Mexican national team is back in action this midweek, taking on Iceland in its latest tuneup ahead of this summer’s World Cup, which El Tri is due to co-host with the U.S. and Canada.

As Wednesday’s friendly does not take place in an official FIFA international window, Mexico players at overseas clubs have not been released for the game. Javier Aguirre’s team will therefore head to Querétaro’s Estadio La Corregidora with a roster made up exclusively of Liga MX players.

Mexico’s majestic Iceland record

When it comes to facing Iceland, history leans heavily in Mexico’s favor. The Icelanders have consistently struggled – to the point where, in five meetings, they’ve never managed a win and have scored only once. Mexico’s dominance is undeniable, and the numbers back it up: what began with a pair of draws in 2003 and 2010 has turned into a three‑match winning streak for El Tri in recent years.

Mexico’s supremacy has been such that the national team already knows what it’s like to rout Iceland – just look back at that 3-0 win in 2018. The nations’ most recent clash came in 2021, a 2-1 victory for Mexico, reinforcing the view that Iceland is the ideal opponent for Liga MX players to shine while “El Vasco” Aguirre gathers final insights before taking on Portugal and Belgium.

Mexico and Iceland’s head‑to‑head results:2003: Mexico 0–0 Iceland 2010: Mexico 0–0 Iceland 2017: Mexico 1–0 Iceland 2018: Mexico 3–0 Iceland 2021: Mexico 2–1 Iceland Mexico vs Iceland: Ideal opposition for El Tri In 2021, the national team defeated Iceland thanks to a brace from Chucky Lozano.JONATHAN DUENASMexico’s post-Iceland games:

After facing Bolivia and Panama earlier in the year, Aguirre is looking to iron out the last few details before the heavy slate of international commitments begins. Once this match in Querétaro is behind them, El Tri’s schedule jumps to an elite level:

March 28: Portugal March 31: Belgium May 22: Ghana May 30: Australia June 4: Serbia

This game against Iceland represents the final real opportunity for domestic‑league players to make their case and secure a spot on the final roster before the Europe‑based stars join the squad for the high‑caliber showdowns ahead.

Mexico vs Iceland: kickoff time and how to watch

Mexico is to host Iceland on Wednesday, Feb. 25, with kickoff at the Estadio La Corregidora scheduled for 9:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. PT. Viewers in the U.S. can watch on TUDN USA, Univisión and Fox Deportes, while your streaming options include fubo, which offers new users a free, introductory trial.

Mexico vs Iceland: Ideal opposition for El Tri

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