Mexico and Portugal draw 0-0 in 2026 international friendly at Estadio Azteca ahead of World Cup preparations

Mexico and Portugal drew 0-0 in the 2026 international friendly and you lived every moment of this competitive match here, on Bolavip.

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The match ends at Estadio Azteca as Mexico and Portugal settle for a scoreless draw in this international friendly.

The referee signals four minutes of added time in the second half.

The game turns into an end to end battle with both teams trying to break the deadlock, but neither side is creating truly dangerous chances, while Mexico are struggling slightly more in this final stretch.

Portugal make a change as Bruno Fernandes comes off and Trincao comes on.

Armando Gonzales wastes a big opportunity after a great play by German Berterame and Julian Quinones, who send a cross to the far post, but Gonzales cannot connect properly with the header despite being alone.

Mexico make additional substitutions as Erik Lira and Jesus Gallardo come off, with Armando Gonzales and Everardo Lopez coming on.

Portugal look completely different after the changes, showing a clear improvement despite not opening the scoring yet. Having Bruno Fernandes, Joao Neves and Vitinha in midfield has brought a new level of quality and control.

The match restarts as Mexico and Portugal resume action after the hydration break.

The match is paused once again for a hydration break as both teams take a moment to recover in the second half.

This does not feel like a friendly, the match has become very heated with strong challenges and plenty of exchanges between players. The crowd continues to push the atmosphere, giving it a clear World Cup feel.

Portugal make a change as Goncalo Ramos comes off and Paulinho comes on.

Mexico make substitutions as Roberto Alvarado, Raul Jimenez and Alvaro Fidalgo come off, with Richard Ledezma, German Berterame and Erick Sanchez coming on.

Portugal win a free kick after a handball by Cesar Montes, Bruno Fernandes delivers the cross and Renato Veiga rises for a header, but the effort goes well over the bar.

Jesus Gallardo and Pedro Neto are both shown yellow cards after a heated exchange following a challenge, as tensions rise between Mexico and Portugal.

Portugal come out with a different energy and sharper intent, moving the ball well and suffocating Mexico with their passing, while Mexico have yet to respond.

Portugal make several changes as Joao Felix, Antonio Silva, Francisco Conceicao, Nuno Mendes, Samu Costa, Matheus Nunes and Ruben Neves come off, with Goncalo Guedes, Tomas Araujo, Pedro Neto, Joao Cancelo, Vitinha, Diogo Dalot and Joao Neves coming on.

Mexico also make adjustments with Brian Gutierrez and Obed Vargas coming off, replaced by Julian Quinones and Carlos Rodriguez.

Mexico and Portugal are back on the field as the second half begins at Estadio Azteca, with both teams looking to break the deadlock.

Multiple substitutions are expected from both teams as Mexico and Portugal look to adjust for the second half.

The first half comes to an end at Estadio Azteca with Mexico and Portugal still level after a competitive opening 45 minutes.

Samu Costa fires a powerful shot from outside the box, but Raul Rangel punches it away to deny the goal.

The referee signals two minutes of added time at the end of the first half.

The pace drops toward the end of the first half, but Mexico have created the most danger so far, producing the clearest chances of the match.

Israel Reyes takes a low shot from outside the box toward the left side, but it is easily saved by the goalkeeper.

Portugal build a strong team move as Bruno Fernandes links up with Joao Felix, who delivers a cross to Goncalo Ramos, but he mishits the ball and the chance goes begging.

Obed Vargas attempts a shot, but it goes well wide. Mexico continue to push forward and look closer to scoring, while Portugal appear very uncomfortable in the match.

Portugal put together a great team move as Francisco Conceicao plays it back and Bruno Fernandes sends a low effort across the box that falls to Goncalo Ramos, but his shot goes wide.

The match is temporarily paused for a hydration break as both Mexico and Portugal take a moment to recover.

Mexico apply strong pressure in midfield, not allowing Portugal to create or find space, limiting Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Neves and Joao Felix. It has been a solid collective effort from Obed Vargas, Erik Lira and Alvaro Fidalgo, with support from Brian Gutierrez and Roberto Alvarado to maintain tight marking.

Samu Costa makes a crucial stop on Brian Gutierrez after a great through ball from Alvaro Fidalgo left him one on one, denying a clear chance for Mexico.

Joao Felix fires a right footed shot from inside the box following a corner taken by Bruno Fernandes, but the attempt goes off target.

Johan Vasquez makes a costly error while playing out from the back, and Francisco Conceicao presses high and nearly capitalizes on it, but Raul Rangel stays alert to prevent the opening goal.

Mexico stay compact and look to create danger against Portugal, with Erik Lira acting as a key link in midfield as they work to prevent Portugal from progressing forward.

Brian Gutierrez attempts a pass, but Jesus Gallardo is caught in an offside position as Mexico try to build their first attacking move.

Mexico and Portugal kick off at Estadio Azteca, with both teams looking to set the tone early in this international friendly.

Mexico and Portugal are already on the field at Estadio Azteca, getting set for kickoff in this international friendly.

Estadio Azteca, known as the Coloso de Santa Ursula in Mexico City, is a global soccer icon with a capacity of 87,000 spectators. Opened in 1966, it has hosted two World Cup finals in 1970 and 1986 and will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cups in 2026.

The stadium reopens after two years and 10 months of renovations, marking a major moment ahead of the upcoming tournament.

Portugal confirmed lineup: Rui Silva; Matheus Nunes, Antonio Silva, Renato Viega, Nuno Mendes; Samu Costa, Ruben Neves, Bruno Fernandes; Joao Felix, Goncalo Ramos, Francisco Conceicao.

Mexico confirmed lineup: Raul Rangel; Israel Reyes, Cesar Montes, Johan Vasquez, Jesus Gallardo; Obed Vargas, Erik Lira, Alvaro Fidalgo; Roberto Alvarado, Raul Jimenez, Brian Gutierrez.

The man in charge will be Walter Lopez, a 45 year old referee from Guatemala and a FIFA official since 2006. He is a familiar figure for Mexico, having officiated 13 of their matches, where they posted strong results with 10 wins, one draw and just two losses.

This will be the first time he takes charge of the senior team of Portugal, although he previously officiated them at the U20 level and twice during the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games. So far, Portugal have recorded one win, one draw and one loss under his officiating.

Cristiano Ronaldo is not playing due to injury and precaution. Portugal’s leading scorer was not called up by Roberto Martinez for this FIFA window and did not travel to North America for the friendlies against Mexico and United States.

Cristiano continues to deal with a hamstring issue suffered on February 28 while playing for Al Nassr in the Saudi league.

Mexico vs Portugal will get underway at 9:00 PM ET (PT:7:00 PM)

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Mexico face Portugal this Saturday at Estadio Azteca as both teams continue their preparation for the 2026 World Cup.

Stay with us for key information and minute-by-minute updates as Mexico and Portugal take the field in a matchup that also serves as a test event for one of the tournament venues.