The United States and Mexico are considering a joint bid to host the 2026 World Cup.

John Motta, a board member of the United States Soccer Federation, said: "We have spoken to our Mexican counterparts and are very open to the idea of a joint bid.

"It could be a positive move for the game in both countries and it's also a very exciting proposition for FIFA. We will now go away and formulate a timetable for further discussions.

"But whatever happens, we will bid for the 2026 World Cup -- either jointly or we will go it alone."

Since the 2002 World Cup, hosted by Japan and South Korea, world football's governing body has not entertained joint bids.

"Given the size of the domestic television audience in both countries and the commercial deals this could generate, FIFA probably sees a United States-Mexico World Cup as an ideal way to improve its financial situation," Motta said.