Guillermo Ochoa: Making History with Sixth World Cup Appearance

Guillermo Ochoa is making history as the first Mexican player to feature in six World Cups. Despite limited action in recent years, he's part of coach Javier Aguirre's squad, balancing experience and youth. Mexico co-hosts the tournament with the U.S. and Canada, starting June 11.


Devdiscourse News Desk | May 31 (Reuters) - Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa Is Set To Become The ​First Mexican Player To Feature At ​Six World Cups After The 40-Year-Old ‌Was ​Named In Javier Aguirre's Squad For The Tournament On Sunday. Ochoa | Updated: 01-06-2026 08:03 IST | Created: 01-06-2026 08:03 IST
Guillermo Ochoa: Making History with Sixth World Cup Appearance

Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa is poised to make history as the first Mexican player to participate in six World Cups, after being named in Javier Aguirre's squad for the upcoming tournament. At 40, Ochoa returns to the national team, where experience meets youthful promise.

Joining Ochoa are captain Edson Alvarez and seasoned striker Raul Jimenez, while young players like Guadalajara's Armando Gonzalez and 17-year-old midfielder Gilberto Mora add fresh energy. Notably, Mora is set to become the youngest player to represent Mexico at a World Cup.

Javier Aguirre has strategically included dual nationals and naturalized players, such as Alvaro Fidalgo and Julian Quinones, for the event. Mexico, co-hosting the tournament with the U.S. and Canada, launches its campaign against South Africa on June 11 at Estadio Azteca.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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