Soccer

Mexico Preps for Low‑Stakes Clash with Czechia Ahead of Round of 32

Coach hopes to rest key players while giving emerging talent a chance at Estadio Azteca

Mexico has already locked up first place in Group A, turning its final pool encounter with Czechia into a largely inconsequential fixture for tournament progression.

A Quiet Night at Estadio Azteca

The match is set for 7 p.m. Mountain Time, 8 p.m. Central Time, at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, a venue that has hosted some of the country's most memorable moments.

Coach is expected to rotate the squad, allowing veterans such as Raúl Rangel and Jorge Sánchez to sit out while younger talents get minutes on the pitch.

The starting eleven also features César Montes, Israel Reyes, Mateo Chávez, Edson Álvarez, Gilberto Mora, Luis Romo, Roberto Alvarado, Brian Gutiérrez and Julián Quiñones, each of whom could see limited action.

With the round of 32 scheduled for June 30 at the same stadium, the opponent will be decided after the final group matches on June 27, adding a layer of anticipation to the already low‑stakes contest.

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