Coach : Ricardo Lavolpe
Former Argentina goalkeeper - he was in the 1978 World Cup-winning squad - he achieved minor success with Mexican side Toluca (one league title) before landing the national team job in 2002, though not without some controversy. His side are among the eight top seeds but finished behind the United States in qualifying.
Key Players:
Jared Borgetti may not be a regular for Bolton but he is Mexico's all-time leading scorer. They can also boast a Barcelona star in Rafael Marquez, who plays the key role just in front of the back four for the Catalan side and the national team, while Jaime Lozano is a great source of goals from midfield.
Form Guide:
It had all looked so good for El Tricolor in qualifying until a draw against lowly Panama and defeat by deadly rivals USA forced them to settle for second pace in the group.
Form Versus Countries In Group:
Mexico have never come up against any of the their group opponents in the World Cup finals.
Style Of Play:
With the reassuring presence of Marquez, Mexico are defensively strong and attempt to weave intricate moves going forward. May turn out to be comparatively toothless in the World Cup.
Group Verdict:
Look to be weaker than Portugal and may have to settle for second place in the group despite being top seeds.
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