World Cup 2026 Drives CONADE and Rommel Pacheco to Build Mexico's Largest Youth Football Pipeline

The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup has spurred the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sport (CONADE) and its director Rommel Pacheco to launch a nationwide talent‑identification campaign. The "Mundialito Escolar" and "Copa CONADE" competitions are being held in schools and local clubs to scout thousands of young players.

Pacheco announced that both events will become permanent fixtures in CONADE's calendar, aimed at nurturing future national‑team prospects. The initiative seeks to strengthen football foundations at an early age and create a steady flow of talent for Mexico's senior squads.

CONADE believes the program will boost the country's long‑term competitiveness on the world stage.