Mexico makes Liga MX call-ups ahead of pre-World Cup camp

Field Level Media
28 Apr 2026, 23:25 GMT+10

(Photo credit: Daniel Jefferson-Imagn Images)

Mexico's FIFA World Cup roster began to take shape Tuesday with a dozen Liga MX players invited to the camp that begins on May 6.

Manager Javier Aguirre's crew will be joined in training later in the month by players who are based in Europe and elsewhere. His final roster for this summer's tournament is due at the end of May.

The 12-member Liga MX contingent includes 17-year-old midfielder Gilberto Mora of Club Tijuana, Toluca forward Alexis Vega, Club America defender Israel Reyes and five players from Chivas: goalkeeper Raul 'Tala' Rangel, forward Armando Gonzalez and midfielders Brian Gutierrez, Roberto Alvardo and Luis Romo.

Also on the list are goalkeeper Carlos Acevedo of Santos Laguna, defender Jesus Gallardo of Toluca, midfielder Erik Lira of Cruz Azul and forward Memo Martinez of Pumas.

Mora is rounding into shape after missing two months with a groin injury and has a chance to become Mexico's youngest World Cup participant, supplanting 18-year-old Manuel 'Chaquetas' Rosas in 1930. Seven 17-year-olds have participated in the tournament, including Brazil's Pele in 1958.

Mexico is co-hosting the FIFA World Cup along with the U.S. and Canada. Mexico is currently ranked No. 15 in the world, one spot ahead of the Americans.

Placed in Group A with South Africa, South Korea and the Czech Republic, Mexico opens the World Cup against South Africa on June 11 in Mexico City.

--Field Level Media

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