Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa breaks record for most trophies in a single tournament with his sixth Copa Oro victory.
In a thrilling Gold Cup final held at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, Mexico triumphed over the United States, securing their sixth Gold Cup title. The victory, under the guidance of coach Javier Aguirre, adds another trophy to El Tri's rich history.
The star of the night was Guillermo Ochoa, who equalled a historic record by winning his sixth Gold Cup. Ochoa, who has five previous Gold Cup titles to his name, now shares the record with legendary Mexican goalkeeper, Jorge Campos.
However, Ochoa, who will turn 40 soon, has lost his starting goalkeeper spot to Luis Malagón, the Club América keeper who performed admirably during the 2025 Gold Cup. Despite some recent shaky form and confidence issues, Malagón remains the primary choice due to a lack of a suitable replacement. Ochoa could still have a chance if Malagón fails to regain form in the next year, but as of now, Malagón is the likely starter for the 2026 World Cup.
Memo, as Ochoa is affectionately known, remains a key veteran figure in the Mexican squad, recognised as one of the most experienced players. His experience and dedication have earned him a place in the hearts of fans, and he continues to compete for the starting position.
The victory was not without its drama, with Mexico mocking the United States with memes following their win. Edson Álvarez, who lifted the Gold Cup trophy as captain of El Tri, stood alongside Ochoa, who raised the trophy beside 'Machín'. The final score was 2-1 in favour of Mexico, making it a hard-fought victory.
In addition to his Gold Cup success, Ochoa also won a bronze medal from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. With the potential to set another record with six World Cup appearances, Ochoa continues to be a force to reckon with in Mexican football.
In European leagues, Guillermo Ochoa's impressive football career continues, with the potential to make a comeback in a competition such as the Champions League, given his extensive experience and dedication. Despite losing his starting position in the national team to Luis Malagón, Ochoa's status as a key veteran figure in Mexican football and his success in various tournaments, including the Gold Cup and the Olympics, keeps him in contention for major titles.
