Overview

• Mexico’s football federation confirmed his passing, with national teams communications chief Fernando Schwartz announcing the news.
• Journalist Javier Alarcón had reported days earlier that Sánchez Galindo was hospitalized in delicate condition.
• He won five Liga MX titles with Cruz Azul and later added silverware with Club América during a trophy-laden club career.
• He represented Mexico at the 1968 Olympics, helped win the 1971 CONCACAF championship, and was selected for the 1970 World Cup squad without playing.
• Media report that Cruz Azul, América and other clubs are expected to honor him during upcoming matches.