Mexico 1970 World Cup Home Football Shirt [As worn by González, Peña & Valdivia]

Description

This is the fully-customizable short-sleeve home kit for Mexico’s 1970 World Cup campaign on home soil.

The 1970 World Cup marked a historic event for Mexico, as they hosted the prestigious tournament for the first time. The national team, clad in their iconic green jerseys, delivered a performance that remains memorable for many football enthusiasts. Under the guidance of head coach Raúl Cárdenas, Mexico aimed to make a significant impact on their home soil.

Mexico was placed in Group 1, alongside the Soviet Union, Belgium, and El Salvador. Their campaign began with a tense and hard-fought 0-0 draw against the Soviet Union in front of a massive crowd of 107,160 at the Estadio Azteca. This match demonstrated Mexico’s defensive resilience and set the stage for their subsequent games.

In their second group match, Mexico faced El Salvador. The team showcased their attacking prowess, securing a comprehensive 4-0 victory. Goals from Javier Valdivia (who scored twice in quick succession), Javier Fragoso, and Juan Ignacio Basaguren highlighted Mexico’s dominance. This win was celebrated by over 103,000 passionate fans and boosted the team’s confidence heading into their final group game.

Mexico’s final group stage match was against Belgium, a game that would determine their advancement to the knockout stages. A crucial penalty converted by captain Gustavo Peña secured a 1-0 victory, ensuring Mexico’s progression. This victory, witnessed by an enthusiastic crowd of 108,192, solidified Mexico’s second-place finish in the group, level on points and goal difference with the Soviet Union but separated by a drawing of lots.

Advancing to the quarter-finals for the first time in their history, Mexico faced a formidable Italian side. The match, held in Toluca, began promisingly for Mexico, with José Luis González scoring early to give them the lead. However, Italy’s experience and skill turned the tide. An own goal by Javier Guzmán, coupled with strikes from Luigi Riva and Gianni Rivera, culminated in a 4-1 defeat for Mexico. Despite the loss, the team’s journey to the quarter-finals was a significant achievement and a proud moment for Mexican football.

Notable Players: Ignacio Calderón, Juan Manuel Alejandrez, Gustavo Peña, Francisco Montes, Mario Pérez, Guillermo Hernández, Marcos Rivas, Antonio Munguía, Enrique Borja, Horacio López Salgado, Aarón Padilla, Antonio Mota, José Vantolrá, Javier Guzmán, Héctor Pulido, Isidoro Díaz, José Luis González, Mario Velarde, Javier Valdivia, Juan Ignacio Basaguren, Javier Fragoso, Francisco Castrejón.

Main Points

• This is a brand new jersey with its tags attached. It has never been worn, washed or used.
• The jersey is 100% polyester. It’s breathable, and made for a life on the move.
• Fully customizable with the name and number of your favourite player or even yours! Just choose the Custom Jersey Option and then message us your desired name and number or write them in the order’s notes at checkout.
• Replica Version. This jersey is a remake of the official one, made with the exact same materials, look, and feel.
• Tighter fit: make sure you choose the right sizing. We recommend buying one size bigger than you usually wear. This will ensure the jersey will fit.

Sizing Guidelines

This jersey comes in five sizes, which come with a tiny difference: they fit smaller than usual. Our suggestion is to pick your size 1 size bigger than you usually would. If you usually wear an M, pick an L. If you usually wear an S, pick an M.