Mexico were back. Missing from the previous edition, they had last graced the World Cup in 1986. Under Miguel Mejía Barón, they were ready to write the next chapter.
Mexico's tournament was a mixed affair, with promising moments offset by results that ultimately cut their journey short.
Mexico experienced an inconsistent group stage, mixing moments of promise with frustrating setbacks. In the knockout rounds, they were eliminated by Bulgaria on penalties in the Round of 16. The agony of a penalty shootout defeat against Bulgaria brought a cruel end to a campaign that had promised so much more.
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Just 1 win in 4 matches.
Luis García Postigo led Mexico's attack with 2 goals at the 1994 World Cup.
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Postigo sent off vs Bulgaria 4 cards in knockout matches.
The tactical mind behind Mexico's 1994 campaign. Leading Mexico at his first World Cup just 1 win in 4 under Barón.
Mexico employed an attacking style, characterized by quick counter-attacks and set pieces. However, their defensive vulnerabilities ultimately proved costly against Bulgarian opposition.
