Javier Aguirre Reveals Four Missing Players Ahead of Mexico's World Cup Opener
Mexico will face South Africa on June 11, 2026 at Estadio Ciudad de México in the tournament's opening match. Hosting the World Cup for the third time, the nation unveiled a 26-man squad featuring 12 Liga MX and 14 European-based players.
However, injuries have sidelined four members who are training separately to regain full fitness. The absent players are defender César Montes, midfielder Edson Álvarez, winger Luis Chávez and forward Alexis Vega.
Aguirre said intensive individual programs are underway to get them match‑ready.
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