Aguirre downplays milestone after Mexico top World Cup group for first time since 2002 (opens original article in a new tab)

Mexico coach Javier Aguirre downplayed his team's achievement of topping a World Cup group for the first time since 2002, emphasizing that the real success would come later in the tournament. Mexico secured a knockout-stage match in Mexico City, with Aguirre focusing on building momentum and managing expectations for the next round.

• Mexico coach Javier Aguirre downplayed the team's achievement of topping a World Cup group for the first time since 2002
• Aguirre emphasized that the real measure of success would come later in the tournament and highlighted the importance of home support
• Mexico secured a knockout-stage match in Mexico City and Aguirre aimed to build momentum for the next round