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Ochoa’s AEL Limassol Debut Ends in 5–0 Defeat, Raising Questions for 2026

The heavy loss sharpened scrutiny in Mexico over the 40-year-old goalkeeper’s form as he seeks minutes to stay in contention for the World Cup.

Overview

  • In Jornada 4 of the Cyprus First Division on Sept. 22 at GSP Stadium in Nicosia, AEL Limassol lost 5-0 to Omonia in Guillermo Ochoa’s first appearance for the club.
  • Match reports note Ochoa was directly involved in at least two goals conceded, including a low shot that slipped under him for the second and a failed claim on a cross for the fifth.
  • The result left AEL ninth on four points, while Omonia moved top with nine points early in the season.
  • Cypriot outlets such as Phileleftheros, Politis and Philenews characterized the debut as a ‘nightmare,’ and local coverage also questioned coach Paolo Tramezani’s position.
  • No TV network in Mexico has confirmed rights to the Cyprus league, pushing fans toward streaming and club social channels, as debate in Mexican media intensifies over whether Javier Aguirre should take Ochoa to the 2026 squad; his next chance comes Sept. 27 vs. Akritas Chlorakas.