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Iker Casillas Enters International Football Hall of Fame in Pachuca, Backs Ochoa’s Sixth World Cup Bid

The 2010 World Cup winner said Ochoa should go only if in form with the coach’s approval.

Overview

  • Casillas was inducted into the Salón de la Fama del Futbol Internacional in Pachuca as part of the 2025 class and thanked Grupo Pachuca for the recognition.
  • He praised Mexico’s reception of him, saying he feels consistent affection, respect and admiration whenever he visits.
  • Discussing Guillermo Ochoa, Casillas stressed that longevity comes from fitness and hunger rather than age, noting he retired at 40 after losing that drive.
  • He emphasized that any decision on Ochoa attending a sixth World Cup rests with Mexico’s coaching staff.
  • During the visit he briefly admonished autograph seekers before signing, a moment that prompted mixed reactions on social media.