Mexican soccer guide - history, logo, national team titles

The Country: México
Association: Federación Mexicana de Fútbol (FMF)
Founded: 1927
Joined FIFA: 1929
Confederation: CONCACAF
Colors: Green, Red, White
The Game: Fútbol

Official Website: femexfut.org.mx

Description:

Fútbol is pronounced fuut-bowl. The game is occasionally referred to as balompie, which literally translates to foot ball. Mexico has had a professional league since 1943, and has played two championships per year since 1996. There is currently no overall winner, instead two trophies are awarded each year. There is no longer a cup competition in Mexico, although one was played sporadically until 1997. The national team is called El Tri a reference to the tri-color national colors of red, green and white. The two giants of Mexican soccer are Chivas and América, and their derby is called the Superclasico.

National Team Titles:

• Gold Cup (1993, 96, 98, 2003, 09)

Mexican Football Clubs Map:

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