Javier Aguirre will hope to build on Mexico's great performance against the USMNT in the Nations League quarterfinals vs. Honduras.

Their performances challenge some preconceived notions about the USMNT and Mexico individually and the region as a whole, especially as Canada makes a push for top accolades in North America.   It makes this month's Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals a fascinating check-in for each of the 2026 World Cup co-hosts,

Ricardo Pepi scores off a Christian Pulisic pass in the fifth minute, Matt Turner saves a penalty kick and the Americans earn a 1-0 road win in the team’s first competitive match under new coach