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Aguirre Backs Mexico Players, Announces Seven Changes for Paraguay Friendly

External recognition contrasts with home discontent during Mexico's World Cup build-up.

Overview

  • After boos in Torreón following a 0-0 draw with Uruguay, Javier Aguirre said national-team players must accept public scrutiny or they are not suited to the role.
  • The coach identified Mexico’s chief problem as decision-making in the final third and noted a run of five winless games with only three goals scored.
  • Aguirre said he will rotate seven starters for Tuesday’s friendly at the Alamodome in San Antonio to evaluate his squad ahead of 2026.
  • Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro praised Aguirre, placing him among elite managers and pointing to his nomination for The Best coaching award.
  • Aguirre’s recent CONCACAF Gold Cup and Nations League titles were cited as the basis for his standing despite domestic impatience.