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Mexico World Cup Kit History

Mexico have qualified for 17 World Cups — more than any nation outside Europe or South America — and hosted the tournament twice (1970 and 1986). The green El Tri shirt is a permanent fixture of tournament football and one of Adidas' longest-running international contracts.

At a glance

17 World Cup appearances

Tap to open the Mexico team page · Tap the gold pill to shop

1986

Mexico

1986

AdidasQuarter-finals

Iconic green Adidas shirt with three white stripes on the shoulders — one of the most copied international templates ever.

Hosts again, and again reached the quarter-finals. The tournament is remembered for Maradona's Hand of God and Mexico's wave of noise in the Azteca.

2026
Mexico 2026 World Cup home kit

Mexico/USA/Canada

2026

AdidasCurrent kit (host)

Current-cycle Mexico home shirt for the 48-team tournament, with Mexico co-hosting.

The archive continues on the live 2026 Mexico team page.

Frequently asked questions

How many times have Mexico hosted the World Cup?

Twice — in 1970 and 1986. Mexico will co-host the 2026 World Cup with the USA and Canada, becoming the first nation to host (or co-host) three World Cups.

Who makes Mexico's kit?

Adidas have made the Mexico national team kit since 1999.

What is Mexico's best World Cup finish?

Quarter-finals, reached twice — in 1970 and 1986, both on home soil.

Next Steps

Jump from the archive to the current tournament page, retro shopping, or the biggest head-to-head matchups for Mexico.

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