Guillermo Ochoa, Mexico’s veteran goalkeeper, has been named to the 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first player alongside Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to compete in a sixth edition of the tournament. At 40, Ochoa’s inclusion underscores Mexico’s blend of experience and youth as they seek redemption after a humiliating group-stage … Read more
Mexico’s Javier Aguirre to Rely on Up to 12 Players Who Struggled in Qatar 2022 Mexico national team coach Javier Aguirre has taken a controversial but potentially transformative step: he is set to include up to 12 players in his 2024 squad who underperformed during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. This decision, confirmed … Read more
CIUDAD DE MÉXICO – Just two months before the opening whistle of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Mexico national team has received a significant blow to its planning. Julián Araujo, who had been emerging as a key figure at right back following a strong season in Scotland, is now in doubt for the final … Read more
Guadalajara, Mexico – At 40 years old, Guillermo Ochoa finds himself in a surprisingly familiar position: potentially heading to another FIFA World Cup. A recent injury to Luis Ángel Malagón has opened a spot in Mexico’s goalkeeping ranks, and even as Raúl Rangel is considered the frontrunner for the starting role, Ochoa’s experience and recent … Read more