Mexico have maintained a flawless record so far at the 2026 World Cup, winning all four of their matches. As one of the tournament’s co-hosts, they will also enjoy the advantage of playing on home soil when England travel to Mexico City this weekend.

England narrowly edged out DR Congo in Atlanta on Tuesday, thanks largely to a decisive contribution from Harry Kane. However, Gareth Southgate’s men will need to put in a far stronger performance in Mexico if they are to have any realistic hopes of reaching the quarter-finals.

El Tri, meanwhile, are yet to concede a single goal in this summer’s competition, having dispatched South Africa, South Korea, Czechia and Ecuador in style.

Facing England will be a sterner test for Javier Aguirre’s side, but confidence is running high in the Mexican camp as they look to continue their impressive form.

Despite suffering a string of injuries in the build-up to the tournament, Mexico’s squad has not only managed to cope with adversity but has flourished under pressure. This resilience has paved the way for emerging talents such as 17-year-old Gilberto Mora to make a name for themselves.

Mora was handed a starting role by manager Aguirre in the Round of 32 clash against Ecuador and seized the opportunity to showcase his immense potential.

The youngster holds several records in Mexican football: he is the youngest-ever player and goalscorer in the Mexican top division, and the youngest player to debut for the national team. At just 17, he is also the youngest member of any squad competing in this 48-team World Cup.

Born in Tijuana, Mora has been dazzling audiences for his Liga MX club despite only recently celebrating his 17th birthday. The pint-sized attacker embodies the classic saying that it’s not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog.

His breakthrough came during the 2025 Under-20 World Cup, where he produced a string of eye-catching performances: delivering an assist in the opener against Brazil, scoring twice against Spain, netting the only goal in a narrow victory over eventual champions Morocco, and adding another assist in the knockout stage against Chile.

Energetic and fearless, Mora is known for his pace, sharp shooting instincts, and relentless determination. As injuries continue to test Mexico’s depth, their teenage sensation could yet play a pivotal role in propelling El Tri to new heights on the grandest stage of them all.