The baseball rivalry between Mexico and the United States will reach a new level in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, after it was confirmed that Aaron Judge, star of the New York Yankees, will captain the U.S. team. The news, officially announced by USA Baseball in April 2025, increases the expectation of a direct confrontation between the two teams.
Judge, known for his batting power and leadership in MLB, will lead a team full of stars that will seek to surpass the runner-up finish obtained in 2023, when they lost to Japan in the final. With his presence, a high-level duel is anticipated against the Mexican National Team, which also arrives with solid credentials after reaching the semifinals in the last edition.
Mexico vs. USA
The game between Mexico and the United States in the 2026 World Baseball Classic is scheduled for Sunday, March 9, 2026 at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas.
This match corresponds to the fourth day of Group B, considered one of the most competitive in the tournament.
Aaron Judge será el capitán del conjunto estadounidense
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In addition to Mexico and the U.S., Group B is made up of Italy, Great Britain and Brazil.
An emotionally charged group stage is guaranteed.
Mexico will open its participation on March 6 against Great Britain, while the United States will make its debut on the same day against Brazil.
Tournament with a special flavor
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The Hispanic community in the United States, especially baseball fans, is looking forward to this tournament.
It offers not only sporting spectacle but also cultural identity.
Mexico’s participation in U.S. territory allows thousands of fans to support their national team in person, creating a unique atmosphere in each stadium.
Benjamín Gil, who will repeat as manager of the Mexican national team, has stated in recent interviews that:
“The goal is to surpass what was done in 2023 and demonstrate that Mexico can compete on a level playing field with any power.”
The 2026 World Baseball Classic will officially begin on March 5 with the Group A games,
Here, teams such as Chinese Taipei, South Korea, Czech Republic and Australia stand out.
Japan, the reigning champion, will make its debut on March 6 against Chinese Taipei.
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