Team Mexico have secured the final North American berth at the Esports Nations Cup after taking down Team Guatemala in today's decisive matchup. This victory means Mexico will join Team Canada and Team USA as the three North American representatives heading to Riyadh this November for the $1.32 million tournament, which now has all 24 teams confirmed.
Mexico's path to victory was made easier as Guatemala competed without their star player Mario "malbsMd" Samayoa, who was replaced by substitute unreal for the match. Without their superstar in the lineup, Guatemala faced an uphill battle against the Club 333 core that forms the backbone of Team Mexico.
On Ancient, Guatemala grabbed an early 2-0 advantage on their CT-side, but Mexico quickly turned things around to claim the first half 8-4. The second half proved even more dominant as Mexico cruised to a 13-4 map victory.
Mirage followed a similar pattern, with Mexico establishing a commanding 4-0 CT-side lead while Guatemala struggled to find their footing. Mexico extended their advantage to 9-3 by halftime. Guatemala managed to snag the opening two rounds after the side switch, but any hopes of a comeback quickly evaporated as Mexico sealed the map 13-5, taking the series 2-0.
Team Mexico's ENC 2026 roster features Bryan "Marro" Valles, Jose "SecretAgent" Fernandez, Edgar "MarKE" Maldonado, Jorge Alberto "b1" Treviño Díaz, and Arturo "AMC" Morales Carrasco, with Lena "LuckyLena" Brinter serving as coach.
