The Mexican national football team is proceeding with its friendly match tomorrow in Querétaro (central Mexico) against Iceland, despite the violence unleashed in the country following the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, in a military operation in Jalisco (western Mexico). The Mexican Football Federation has reported that the team, coached by Javier Aguirre, is already in Querétaro. You might also be interested: Michael Amir Murillo scored his first league goal in Turkey. February 23, 2026. Former world champion Jezreel Corrales caused a major surprise in Mexico. February 23, 2026. Panama's Basketball Team prepares for a match against Cuba. February 23, 2026. José Caballero hit his first home run in spring training with the Yankees. February 23, 2026. Arsenal recovers and remains at the top of the Premier League. February 23, 2026.
Mexico to Play Iceland Despite Countrywide Violence
The Mexican national football team has confirmed its friendly match against Iceland will take place on Wednesday in Querétaro. Despite rising violence in the country following a cartel leader's death, the team, led by Javier Aguirre, is already on site.