Mexican Women's Flag Football Team: How they became number one in the world rankings

The Mexican Women's Flag Football National Team has achieved the number one spot in the world ranking, establishing itself as a global powerhouse in recent years. A cornerstone of this success was securing a dramatic victory over the United States to claim the championship at the World Games 2025, marking a bicameral triumph.

This rise builds upon the development of flag football, also known as tocho bandera, which began to be practiced in Mexico in the late 20th century. The sport's growth was heavily influenced by the pre-existing tradition of American football rooted in the country's collegiate and university systems, according to the Mexican Federation of American Football.