# Mexico FIBA World Cup qualifying matches

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mexico-fiba-world-cup-qualifying-matches
> Updated: 2026-08-31T05:00:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

The Mexican national men’s basketball team is competing in Zacatecas as part of the FIBA Americas Qualifiers for the 2027 World Cup. 

Following a high-scoring victory against Colombia, in which the team set a record by making 28 three-pointers, Mexico moved to a record of four wins and three losses in Group E. The team, led by head coach Omar Quintero, then faced Brazil at the Gimnasio Marcelino Gonzalez. Brazil entered the matchup seeking to recover from a recent loss to the Dominican Republic.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Mexico hosts Brazil in FIBA World Cup qualifying match

Mexico hosts Brazil in Zacatecas for a crucial FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 qualifying match as both teams vie for standings advantages in the Americas Qualifiers.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-hosts-brazil-in-fiba-world-cup-qualifying-match

### 2026-08-27: Mexico National Basketball Team to play qualifying matches in Zacatecas

The Mexican national basketball team will face Colombia and Brazil in Zacatecas during FIBA qualifying matches for the 2027 World Cup.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-national-basketball-team-to-play-qualifying-matches-in-zacatecas

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