Mexico Star Unleashes Scathing Attack on Home Fans Following Shocking Friendly Performance

Mexico national team forward Raúl Jiménez expressed his disappointment with domestic supporters on Saturday evening following hostile reception toward goalkeeper Tala Rangel during a goalless stalemate with Uruguay in Torreón.

The Guadalajara netminder faced continuous criticism and jeers throughout the contest as Mexican fans demonstrated their preference for alternative keepers Carlos Acevedo or Luis Angel Malagón between the posts.

The hostile atmosphere occurred during an uncommon domestic fixture for Mexico. Since the 2022 World Cup, El Tri has contested 39 of their 49 matches in the United States, with only seven taking place on Mexican soil.

While the Concacaf Nations League and Concacaf Gold Cup tournaments were held in the U.S., Mexico has also scheduled 20 exhibition matches since the 2022 World Cup, with 17 of those occurring across the American border.

"It's disappointing to compete at home and face hostility, hearing supporters chant 'Vasco out' or direct slurs at our goalkeeper," Jiménez shared with TV Azteca Deportes. "That's truly disheartening. Perhaps this explains why we're constantly taken to the United States."

Mexico Battling Poor Form Before 2026 World Cup

As World Cup co-hosts with the United States and Canada, Mexico secured automatic qualification for next summer's competition. They've been limited to exhibition matches as preparation following their Gold Cup triumph.

Saturday evening's stalemate with Uruguay represented Mexico's fifth consecutive match without victory, all coming against nations qualified for the 2026 World Cup. During this stretch, they've suffered defeat to Colombia and recorded draws with Japan, South Korea and Ecuador, alongside the recent encounter with La Celeste.

Domestic fixtures are expected to remain infrequent, as promotional opportunities in the United States provide enhanced revenue potential, greater visibility and access to premium NFL and collegiate football stadiums across America.

Mexico will return to U.S. soil for their final 2025 fixture, facing Paraguay on Tuesday in San Antonio.

In the coming year, Mexico will host at least three matches domestically, with their World Cup group stage games confirmed for Mexico City and Guadalajara. FIFA may now harbor concerns regarding the notorious supporter chant and Mexico's home crowd behavior.