World Cup 2014 Preview – Mexico

Mexico, ranked at #19 in FIFA's World Rankings, may have had problems keeping managers in the past few years, but that doesn't mean they are without talent. This summer, they believe they can make a push for a World Cup title.

Mexico is led by the 25 year old (soon to be 26 years old) phenom front man from Manchester United, Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez. Chicharito is an absolute blur on the pitch. He's quick, deceptive, and just when you think you've got him pegged, he has the straight-line speed to simply run past any defender. He was named the MVP of the 2011 Gold Cup while playing for his country, in which he scored 7 goals, and is currently third all-time in international goals scored for Mexico (remember, he's only 25 years old). This young man doesn't seem to have any limits to his skills, so he's definitely someone to keep your eye on if you're new to the world of soccer.

Giovani dos Santos is a versatile player who can play up front at the striker position, drop back slightly and play as an attacking midfielder, and he can even move out wide and play as a winger. Giovani is another young talent for the squad, but his experience is much more advanced then his 24 years of age. He plays his club soccer in La Liga for Villarreal CF, and has 73 caps for his country, giving him the added benefit of consistently playing against the best plsyers in the world at such a young age.

My prediction: Mexico completes our preview of Group A, and, again by process of elimination, they finish 4th, although probably having the second most talented team in the group. They've simply had too much adversity and change recently to be a legitimate threat in Brazil this summer.