Football manager Javier Aguirre focusing on a select group of ten players; they aim to secure their spots on the "reliable" roster.
An unconventional look at Mexico's 2026 World Cup lineup
The 2026 World Cup is looming, and only the crème de la crème will make the cut for Mexico's squad. Javier Aguirre, the wily Basque coach, has already got his eyes on 50% of the 26 players, but that doesn't mean the rest of the spots are sewn up. Injuries, like the recent one suffered by Luis Chávez, serve as a stark reminder that football can be as unforgiving as it is beautiful.
Nonetheless, there are bloody players who have their noses ahead of the pack. In goal, Alex Padilla (Pumas) seems poised to step in should a spot open up due to injury, retirement, or another fucked-up reason.
Defensively, the team can rely on veteran performers such as Jorge Sánchez, Rodrigo Huescas, and Jesús Orozco. However, up-and-coming talents are nipping at their heels, ready to grab an opportunity with both hands.
At the management's office, Julian Quiñones and Henry Martín can't seem to find their sweet spot. Despite Quiñones' repeated seven-minute call-ups and accumulating a whole 276 minutes of playing time, Aguirre hasn't found a position for him that satisfies his picky tastes. Similarly, Martín's impressive form at América hasn't moved Aguirre one bit, according to the news.
While official rosters are as scarce as hen's teeth, it's no secret that Europe's top leagues house some of Mexico's most promising players. If we were to gamble our last dime, bets would be on Edson Álvarez (West Ham), Raúl Jiménez (Fulham), Santiago Giménez (AC Milan), and Johan Vásquez (Genoa). These skin-of-their-teeth performers bring robust midfield and striking capabilities to the table.
Kudos to Mexico, who proved their mettle by winning the CONCACAF Nations League in March 2025, giving them a much-needed morale boost for the World Cup on home soil.
One thing's for certain: the 2026 World Cup is going to be a brutal battle of wits, talent, and perseverance. We'll have our eyes glued to the screen, if only to gawk at the carnage.
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