Gael García Confident Mexico Will Be Tough World Cup Opponent

Mexican actor Gael García Bernal, a devoted fan of the Pumas UNAM football club, is expressing strong confidence in the Mexican national team's prospects at the World Cup. Bernal, who has a known passion for football, even starring in the film "Rudo y Cursi," believes the team will prove a tough opponent for any nation.

"I see the team doing very well. The only certainty I have is that it will be difficult to beat them. I don't know if Mexico can win (laughs), but it will be difficult to beat them," Bernal told EL UNIVERSAL. He highlighted the team's current strength, noting, "They will have to play an amazing game; the Mexican team is very solid. We are playing better than ever defensively, tactically, and technically. There is solid experience, and we'll see how far they go."

Mexico has achieved unprecedented success in the current World Cup, securing three victories in the group stage without conceding a single goal. They defeated their opponents by multiple goals, topping their group and advancing to the knockout stage.

As the tournament progresses to the round of 16, Mexico is set to face one of the best third-place teams. Their strong group stage performance positions them as a formidable contender, with their next match scheduled for Tuesday.