Julián Quiñones has made a remarkable start to his 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, scoring three goals in four matches. His latest goal came against Ecuador in the round of 32, further establishing his position among Mexico's top World Cup goalscorers.
Mexico's Top Goal-Scorers
Here are the top-five goalscorers in Mexico's rich World Cup history, with Rafael Márquez and Cuauhtémoc Blanco also featuring prominently.
Tied for Fourth: Rafael Márquez and Cuauhtémoc Blanco
Rafael Márquez scored three World Cup goals from 2006 to 2014, demonstrating his ability to deliver crucial goals in high-pressure situations. Márquez's goals included the opener against Argentina in 2006, a late equalizer against South Africa in 2010, and a vital strike in Mexico's final group-stage match in 2014.
Cuauhtémoc Blanco, known for his longevity in Mexican football, scored three World Cup goals between 1998 and 2010. His World Cup appearances spanned 12 years, and he famously scored a penalty against France in the 2010 World Cup.
Joint Leaders: Julián Quiñones, Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández, and Luis 'El Matador' Hernández
Julián Quiñones has already made history in his first World Cup campaign, tying the record for most goals scored by a Mexico player at the World Cup. His four goals have come in the 2026 tournament, including a crucial strike against England in the quarterfinals.
Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández is one of the most iconic Mexican national team players, having scored at three different World Cups. His biggest World Cup goal came in 2014, when he scored against Croatia to help Mexico advance to the round of 16.
Luis 'El Matador' Hernández scored all four of his World Cup goals during Mexico's 1998 campaign, including two goals in a comeback victory over South Korea and an iconic late equalizer against the Netherlands.
