Mar 24, 2025, 20:30 ET
Mexican Federation Vows to Defend World Cup Slots Amid León Uncertainty
Mexico.- The Federación Mexicana de Futbol (FMF) will fight to maintain its three allocated slots in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, particularly if Club León fails to secure its place.
“Technically,we will push for that. FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has the power to define quotas for each league; we will, of course, defend our three spaces,” stated Mikel Arriola, head of the FMF, upon arriving in Mexico from the United States.
Arriola added, “We are very attentive. This is a legal process that must be supported by the League adn Federation. there will be a challenge. We will be attentive and wait.”
Mikel Arriola atendió a los medios en el AICM.
Arriola noted that the FMF is in constant communication with Club León. “I have been in contact with Grupo Pachuca since this decision was known, but I think we all have to be very cautious and wait for a process between all parties, in this case between a club and FIFA: we will be following it closely.”
Positive Signs Emerge from Javier Aguirre’s Leadership
Regarding the Mexican National Team’s recent Nations League title, the first in Javier ‘Vasco’ Aguirre’s new era, Arriola attributed the success to the hard work of the players and coaching staff.Editorial Selections
“We are very happy because we brought home a Cup like the Nations League. It is directly due to the great work of the players and coaching staff, and I am very grateful to them.Also, to the almost 70,000 people who filled the stadium in Los Angeles to support us, we thank them very much.”
Arriola stated that Javier Aguirre’s process “is sending very positive signals. He has a group where there is stability, great professionalism with the presence of Rafael Márquez. The players are absolutely committed and are having a great moment. What remains for us as a federation is to take advantage of the moment and support everything.”
How does Club León’s potential absence from the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 directly threaten Mexico’s allocation of three slots?
Mexican Federation Vows to Defend World Cup Slots: Q&A
The Federación Mexicana de futbol (FMF) is stepping up to protect Mexico’s three slots in the FIFA Club World cup 2025, particularly with Club León’s participation uncertain. here’s a breakdown of the situation:
The FMF’s proactive approach is crucial to ensure Mexican football remains competitive on the global stage.
