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'Mexico Can Achieve Something Special At FIFA World Cup 2026': Paunovic
FIFA World Cup: Serbia head coach Veljko Paunovic has expressed strong confidence in Mexico's chances of making a deep run at the FIFA World Cup 2026, saying the host nation has all the qualities needed to achieve a historic result.
Paunovic, who is familiar with Mexican football after coaching Guadalajara and Tigres UANL, believes the national team is well-equipped to compete with the world's best sides. Speaking ahead of Serbia's friendly match against Mexico in Toluca on Thursday, the 48-year-old praised the country's football culture and the talent available to head coach Javier Aguirre.
"I am convinced Mexico can do well. I have believed that since my time working in Mexico. The country has a tremendous football culture, passionate supporters and players who are willing to work hard for success," Paunovic told reporters as quoted by Xinhua.
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