The Mexico national team returns to action on Saturday night in a friendly against Australia, less than two weeks before its highly anticipated 2026 World Cup debut.
Preview: Final Test Before Roster Announcement
El Tri defeated Ghana 2–0 in the first of three pre-World Cup friendlies Mexico scheduled as part of its final tournament preparations. The match against Australia represents the final game Mexico will play before Javier Aguirre announces his final 26-player roster.
It's now or never for fringe players looking to fulfill their World Cup dreams.
Australia presents a significantly tougher challenge. Both the Socceroos and Mexico began their World Cup camps in early May, and like Mexico, Tony Popovic will unveil Australia's final roster after Saturday's friendly.
Team Momentum
Positive results have improved the mood surrounding El Tri since the calendar turned to 2026. Undefeated through six games with four victories already in the bag, the expectation is that Aguirre's men make it five on Saturday.
With several overseas players now integrated into El Tri's camp, Aguirre could deploy an XI similar to the one he'll likely select against South Africa in the World Cup opener. It's the penultimate match El Tri will play before the tournament starts.
Match Details
Date: Saturday, May 30
Location: Pasadena, California
Kick-off Time: 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT
How to Watch
Mexico's clash against Australia will be broadcast via Fox One in the United States, with the FOX Sports App providing streaming coverage.
The Spanish broadcast is also available in the U.S. through TUDN and Univision, with streaming on ViX.
El Tri fans in Mexico can catch the action on Canal 5, Azteca 7, and TUDN, with ViX and Azteca Deportes as streaming alternatives.
What's Next for Mexico and Australia?
Both Mexico and Australia will play one final warm-up match before the World Cup begins. El Tri will take on Serbia on Thursday, June 4 in Mexico, before opening the World Cup against South Africa on June 11.
The Socceroos will face Switzerland on Saturday, June 6, then begin their World Cup campaign against Türkiye on June 13.