Coach Javier Aguirre presented a list that was a combination of familiar names and some new names, marking a difference from previous call-ups.
With only a few months left until the new World Cup process, Vasco are starting to build a diverse squad and are looking for replacement players in various positions.
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Players not born in Mexico are at the center of debate again
One of the most impressive aspects of this team is the presence of six players who were not born on Mexican soil, a topic that is controversial among fans.
Among them are players such as Julian Quiñones and Alvaro Fidalgo, as well as Obed Vargas, Brian Gutierrez, German Belterrame and Richard Ledesma.
The participation of these players reflects the coaching staff’s openness to the international profile of El Tri’s credentials.
Youthful presence and balanced average age
The team also includes five U-23 players, bringing freshness to the team. Among them are Obed Vargas and Brian Gutierrez, who are in both categories.
Despite the generational composition, the average age of the team is 26 years and 10 months, giving them a combination of experience and youth.
Also noteworthy is the return of Guillermo Ochoa, who last appeared for the national team in November 2024.
Key midfield players absent due to injury
The team will be without its Gold Cup-winning starting midfielder, as Edson Alvarez, Marcel Ruiz and Gilberto Mora are all out with injuries.
These absences will force Aguirre to rethink the functionality of the central area of the field.
Midfielder with inferior physique
Another notable point is the physical profile of the midfield, with none of the players called up being over 1.80 meters tall.
Players such as Olvelin Pineda, Carlos Rodríguez and Eric Sanchez stand out for their technique and mobility, but they represent a low level team compared to other international rivals.
