Can Liga MX stop Messi next season? Will Mexico struggle at Estadio Azteca in the World Cup 2026?

Herc and Eric Gomez from ESPN Deportes discuss Lionel Messi's impact on MLS, the broader effects on the league following their first MLS Cup win, and how The Herons could reorganize their roster for the upcoming Concacaf Champions Cup. They also discuss the 2026 World Cup draw, focusing on Mexico's group and its chances. Exploring the challenges and opportunities "El Tri" faces, the influence of playing at Estadio Azteca, and group stage matchups against teams like South Africa, South Korea, and potentially Denmark; covering the cultural and psychological factors that affect the Mexican national team, the fans' expectations, and the ongoing pursuit of the elusive 'quinto partido.' 00:00 - INTRO01:07 - World Cup 2026 Draw Discussion03:42 - Mexico's Group Analysis08:37 - Estadio Azteca's Impact11:20 - Fanbase and Team Dynamics17:00 - Mexico's Quest for Quarter Finals22:42 - Potential Mexico vs England 28:42 - Which of the host countries goes the furthest?31:40 - Messi's Influence in MLS35:40 - Inter Miami vs LIGA MX in 2026SUBSCRIBE TO VAMOS! ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl7FcSf44Qr-HIo3yMV8t-Q?sub_confirmation=1CONTACT: [email protected]#ligamx #messi #worldcup #mlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Herc and Eric Gomez from ESPN Deportes discuss Lionel Messi's impact on MLS, the broader effects on the league following their first MLS Cup win, and how The Herons could reorganize their roster for the upcoming Concacaf Champions Cup. They also discuss the 2026 World Cup draw, focusing on Mexico's group and its chances. Exploring the challenges and opportunities "El Tri" faces, the influence of playing at Estadio Azteca, and group stage matchups against teams like South Africa, South Korea, and potentially Denmark; covering the cultural and psychological factors that affect the Mexican national team, the fans' expectations, and the ongoing pursuit of the elusive 'quinto partido.' 00:00 - INTRO01:07 - World Cup 2026 Draw Discussion03:42 - Mexico's Group Analysis08:37 - Estadio Azteca's Impact11:20 - Fanbase and Team Dynamics17:00 - Mexico's Quest for Quarter Finals22:42 - Potential Mexico vs England 28:42 - Which of the host countries goes the furthest?31:40 - Messi's Influence in MLS35:40 - Inter Miami vs LIGA MX in 2026SUBSCRIBE TO VAMOS! ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl7FcSf44Qr-HIo3yMV8t-Q?sub_confirmation=1CONTACT: [email protected]#ligamx #messi #worldcup #mls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.