“Soccer is our identity, our passion and our legacy,” Hugo Sanchez, the iconic Mexican striker, once said. For millions of Hispanics in the United States, the Mexican National Soccer Team is more than a team: it is a link to their roots, a reason to bring family together and a source of pride that transcends borders.
From its exploits in World Cups to the huge turnout of fans in U.S. stadiums, El Tri is an emblem of Hispanic culture in international soccer.
Power in CONCACAF
With 12 Gold Cup titles and uninterrupted World Cup appearances since 1994, El Tri has proven to be a benchmark for soccer in CONCACAF.
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Historically, the Mexican National Team has dominated the region with a dynamic style of play and world-class players who have made their mark in European leagues.
Figures such as Rafael Márquez, Cuauhtémoc Blanco and Chicharito Hernández have taken Mexico’s name to the top, being examples of perseverance and talent for new generations.
Widely followed in the U.S.
No national team has as big an impact in the United States as El Tri.
A Nielsen report confirms that the Mexican National Team is the most watched on television in the United States, surpassing even the U.S. National Team.
The cities of Los Angeles, Houston and Chicago are transformed into green fortresses every time the team plays, with packed stadiums and an atmosphere that rivals that of the Azteca Stadium.
Seedbed of talent
The impact of El Tri is also seen in the development of Mexican-American players who dream of wearing the national jersey.
El Tri is an emblem of Hispanic culture in international football
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Names such as Julian Araujo and Efrain Alvarez have chosen to represent Mexico on the international stage, demonstrating the influence of Mexico’s soccer legacy in the United States.
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