LIVESTREAM International Friendly: Canada @ Mexico, Dec. 13, 22:00 CET (10 pm, 4 pm ET)
The Mexican National Team is set to face Canada in a historic international friendly at Wilfrido Massieu Stadium, marking Canada‘s first game since winning the inaugural Gridiron Nations Championship with a 25–10 victory over Germany.
Mexico’s domestic talent unification
Coach Félix Buendía has assembled a 45-player roster featuring the best talent from Mexico‘s top leagues—ONEFA and LFA—including quarterback options Iker Ayala and Alex García. The team has prepared through three intensive training camps at the National Polytechnic Institute, focusing on building cohesion and a shared identity. Buendía emphasizes this matchup represents a crucial step in Mexico‘s development, leveraging the growing popularity of football in the country and adopting the successful model used by Mexico‘s flag football teams. The selected players were chosen for both their statistical performance and leadership qualities.
Watch the game live on Canal Once. International Friendly: Canada @ Mexico, Dec. 13, 22:00 CET (10 pm, 4 pm ET)
Canada’s championship momentum
Canada arrives with confidence and stability after their GNC triumph, led by veteran quarterbacks Michael O’Connor and Chris Merchant who demonstrated poise and efficiency in both European victories. Their offensive approach relies on physical running backs and methodical drives, while defensively they excel at adjusting to opponents’ schemes and maintaining disciplined lane integrity. The team showed particular strength in second-half adjustments during their championship run, outscoring Germany 19–3 after halftime in the final. This experienced squad understands how to manage international competition and control game tempo.
Style clash and significance
This matchup presents a fascinating contrast: Mexico‘s ambitious domestic league all-stars versus Canada‘ battle-tested championship roster. Mexico will rely on athleticism and home-field energy while seeking to establish their identity against top competition. Canada will look to impose their systematic approach and wear down opponents with consistent execution. The game offers Mexico valuable experience against established international competition, while Canada continues building momentum toward the 2026 GNC cycle. Though Canada enters as favorites based on recent success, Mexico‘s talent unification and home-field advantage could make this closer than expected in what promises to be an important developmental contest for both programs.
Watch the game live on Canal Once. International Friendly: Canada @ Mexico, Dec. 13, 22:00 CET (10 pm, 4 pm ET)
