Mexico and Portugal Draw 0-0 in Azteca Reopening Friendly

MEXICO CITY, March 28 - Mexico and Portugal drew 0-0 at the Estadio Azteca on Saturday in a friendly marking the stadium’s reopening ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Portugal’s Joao Felix tested the Mexico defense early, while Goncalo Ramos hit the post in the first half. The second half saw Bruno Fernandes come close, but neither team could find the breakthrough.

Tensions flared briefly between Pedro Neto and Jesus Gallardo. Substitute Paulinho, a Toluca striker, received loud cheers from Mexican fans.

Mexico nearly scored late through Armando Gonzalez, but his header sailed wide.

Mexico, booed by parts of the crowd at full time, faces Belgium next Tuesday. Portugal plays the United States the same day.

Mexico is co-hosting the June 11 to July 19 World Cup with the U.S. and Canada.