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Goalkeeper Ochoa returns to Mexican squad for World Cup warm-ups
- On Thursday, coach Javier Aguirre announced a 26-man roster for upcoming World Cup warm-up matches, headlined by the return of veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa and the first call-up of midfielder Álvaro Fidalgo.
- Injury absences prompted these roster changes, as goalkeeper Luis Malagón suffered an Achilles tendon rupture last week, while midfielders Marcel Ruiz and Edson Álvarez remain sidelined following surgeries.
- Seeking a sixth World Cup appearance, the 40-year-old Ochoa currently plays in Cyprus, while 28-year-old Fidalgo recently joined Real Betis and earned Mexican citizenship earlier this year.
- Mexico will host Portugal on March 28 for the reopening of Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, followed three days later by a match against Belgium at Soldier Field in Chicago.
- Integrating fresh talent like 20-year-old Obed Vargas, who joined his club last month, the squad prepares for World Cup competition while co-hosting the 2026 tournament alongside the United States and Canada.
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Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa took a firm step on his way to reach his sixth consecutive World Cup after appearing in the national team's call for the next preparation matches against Portugal and Belgium, which will be held on March 28 and 31, respectively, on the last FIFA date before the fair magna that will host our country, together with the United States and Canada, from June 11.
Guillermo Ochoa Makes Emotional Return to Mexican Squad for World Cup Warm-Ups | Sports-Games
Veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has been called up to Mexico's national football team as they prepare for upcoming World Cup warm-up matches against Portugal and Belgium. Ochoa, eyeing participation in his sixth World Cup, joins other notable players in friendly matches, starting with the Azteca Stadium reopening versus Portugal.
Ochoa, Fidalgo lead Mexico's list for WC warm-ups
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre announced a 26-man squad on Thursday for upcoming friendlies against Portugal and Belgium, highlighted by the return of veteran Guillermo Ochoa and a first-ever call-up for midfielder Álvaro Fidalgo.
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At 40, Ochoa is back in Mexico’s plans as Aguirre also adds Fidalgo for World Cup warm-ups
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre names a 26-man squad that brings back veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa and adds midfielder Álvaro Fidalgo for World Cup warm-ups.
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