Overview

• After Copa Oro success, Ochoa approached Monterrey and Tigres but neither offered him a contract for the 2025–26 season.
• The goalkeeper featured in 23 matches for Portugal’s AVS last season, conceding 45 goals and keeping six clean sheets.
• At nearly 40, he credits genetics and a disciplined routine of diet, gymnastics and boxing for his injury-free form.
• Ochoa has expressed readiness to support coach Javier Aguirre’s squad and aims to become the first player to appear in six World Cups.
• He cautions that Mexico must strengthen team cohesion and national football infrastructure to progress beyond the tournament’s early rounds.