Mexico’s Preliminary Roster for the 2026 World Cup.
Mexico's Preliminary Roster for the 2026 World Cup
The anticipation for the 2026 World Cup is building as the Mexican National Team's preliminary 55-man roster has been unveiled. Head coach Javier Aguirre carefully selected this squad, which represents the first step before narrowing down to the final 26-man roster. This diverse lineup includes experienced World Cup veterans, standout players from Europe and Liga MX, along with a few surprise inclusions.
Key Highlights.
- Veteran Presence: The roster features seasoned players like Guillermo Ochoa, known for his remarkable performances in previous World Cups.
- European Influence: Several players currently based in Europe bring international experience to the team.
- Liga MX Talent: Homegrown talents from the Mexican league add depth and familiarity to the squad.
Notable Omissions.
While the list includes many expected names, the absence of Hirving Lozano, who is currently without a club, and Rodrigo Huescas, sidelined by an ACL injury, has caught fans' attention.
Preliminary Roster Breakdown
Goalkeepers.
- Alex Padilla
- Antonio Rodríguez
- Carlos Acevedo
- Carlos Moreno
- Guillermo Ochoa
- Raúl Rangel
Defenders.
- Bryan González
- César Montes
- Edson Álvarez
- Eduardo Águila
- Everardo López
- Israel Reyes
- Jesús Angulo
- Jesús Gallardo
- Jesús Gómez
- Johan Vásquez
- Jorge Sánchez
- Julián Araujo
- Luis Rey
- Mateo Chávez
- Ramón Juárez
- Richard Ledezma
- Víctor Guzmán
Midfielders.
- Alexei Domínguez
- Alexis Gutiérrez
- Álvaro Fidalgo
- Brian Gutiérrez
- Carlos Rodríguez
- Denzell García
- Diego Lainez
- Efraín Álvarez
- Elías Montiel
- Erick Sánchez
- Erik Lira
- Gilberto Mora
- Isaías Violante
- Jeremy Márquez
- Jordan Carrillo
- Jorge Ruvalcaba
- Kevin Castañeda
- Luis Chávez
- Luis Romo
- Marcel Ruiz
- Obed Vargas
- Orbelín Pineda
- Ricardo Angulo
Forwards.
- Alexis Vega
- Armando González
- César Huerta
- Germán Berterame
- Guillermo Martínez
- Julián Quiñones
- Raúl Jiménez
- Roberto Alvarado
- Santiago Giménez
Looking Ahead.
The final 26-man roster will be revealed on June 1, just before Mexico's opening match against South Africa on June 11 at the iconic Estadio Azteca. Fans eagerly await the final selection, hoping for a squad that can make a significant impact on the world stage.
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