Their performances challenge some preconceived notions about the USMNT and Mexico individually and the region as a whole, especially as Canada makes a push for top accolades in North America.   It makes this month's Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals a fascinating check-in for each of the 2026 World Cup co-hosts,

North American men’s soccer powerhouses the United States and Mexico are back on the pitch competing in separate matches in the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals.