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In preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Mexico national team is looking to take advantage of every opportunity to get game time ahead of this summer’s big dance.
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Unfortunately, violence has broken out in parts of the country, which could threaten those plans.
The death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera “El Mencho” Cervantes, who was at the helm of the Jalisco New Generation gang, following a firefight with the Mexican army has unleashed a wave of retaliatory unrest across the country.
While it began in Jalisco capital Guadalajara, it has spread across the country and seen roads blockaded, airports closed, and commercial centers upended.
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The Sporting News has the details on Mexico’s international friendly match against Iceland, which was scheduled to take place this week in Queretaro.
Is Mexico vs. Iceland going ahead?
Currently, there is no official news pertaining to the potential delay, postponement, or cancellation of the match between Iceland and Mexico.
According to TUDN reporter Mauricio Ymay, there are no plans as of yet to cancel the game.
However, it feels as though that could be under threat. Two matches in Liga MX were postponed over the weekend due to the violence, including Queretaro’s home match against Juarez FC at the same venue where Mexico will contest this friendly.
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When is Mexico vs. Iceland friendly?
The friendly between Mexico and Iceland is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday, February 25 at 9 p.m. local time.
The match is meant to take place at Estadio Corregidora in Queretaro City, Mexico, the regular home of Liga MX side Queretaro.
Queretaro is located just over a four-hour drive east from Guadalajara, the capital city of Jalisco.
The match is scheduled outside a designated FIFA international match window, meaning players were not required to be released from their clubs for participation. As a result, the roster is constructed entirely of players from domestic-based clubs.