Guillermo Ochoa Benched as Javier Aguirre Decides on Opener

Ochoa, who has been called up to as many World Cup squads as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, has missed minutes in some tournaments throughout his career. The goalkeeper, who was backup to Oswaldo Sanchez in 2006, faces a similar situation in 2026.

Coach Aguirres choice has caused wide repercussions in the Mexican press, making Ochoas role in the tournament a subject of curiosity.