Overview

• Mexico advanced to the U-20 World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-1 win over host Chile, where Mora logged an assist to bring his tournament tally to three goals and two assists.
• Federation-linked reports indicate Mora will skip the November U-17 World Cup to avoid overload, with staff prioritizing a gradual integration into future senior-team windows.
• European scouts are tracking the Xolos midfielder, with a data analyst projecting a future fee of at least €20 million; he is represented by Rafaela Pimenta and cannot register abroad until he turns 18 under FIFA rules.
• A lighthearted viral moment saw a fan ask coach Javier Aguirre to keep Mora from Bacardí, prompting a joking reply, while the player said he laughs off such noise and stays focused on enjoying his football.
• Teammates and figures in Mexican football view the U-20 tournament as a springboard for Mora’s career, with goalkeeper Toño Rodríguez offering guidance and Hugo Sánchez praising his vision and poise.