Gunmen opened fire at a soccer field in Mexico on Sunday, killing at least 11 people and wounding 12 in the latest attack to have highlighted the country’s struggles with violent crime.

A football ground in central Mexico turned into a scene of horror after gunmen opened fire, killing at least 11 people.

PANAMA CITY, Panama (AP) — American-born players Richy Ledezma and Brian Gutiérrez made their debuts and helped the Mexican national team break a six-match winless streak with a 1-0 win over Panama in a warmup match Thursday for this year's World Cup.

AC Milan striker Santiago Giménez believes Mexico can defy expectations and lift the World Cup in 2026.

Right wingback Richard Ledezma has switched allegiance from the United States and will play for Mexico's national soccer team. The 25-year-old Ledezma, who was born in Phoenix to Mexican parents, played for the United States at the U-20 World Cup in Poland and had one appearance with the senior squad in a friendly match against Panama on Nov.

Two USMNT-capped players made their debut for Mexico in El Tri’s first match of 2026.