In preparation for the 2026 World Cup, Mexico and Japan negotiating a September friendly

El Tri has already confirmed friendlies against Switzerland and Turkey for the June FIFA dates

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Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup this week

Javier Aguirre requested preparation matches against Asian opponents

The “Vasco” was coach of the Japan national team 2014-15