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Martino recalls ‘Chicharito’ and ‘Tecatito’ to Mexico

Francisco Venegas’ stunning goal from beyond the halfway line wouldn’t be enough as Mexico fell to Honduras in the Pan American Games.

Diego Simeone discusses how Mexico international and Atletico Madrid newcomer Hector Herrera fits into his plans tactically this season.

Herculez Gomez and Shaka Hislop weigh the pros and cons of CONCACAF’s qualifying format for the 2022 World Cup, which emphasizes the FIFA rankings.
MEXICO CITY — Hector Herrera and Jesus “Tecatito” Corona are both set to feature for the Mexico national team for the first time since the 2018 World Cup, while Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez returns to coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino’s squad after missing the Gold Cup.
The Argentine named 31 players on Tuesday in an expanded squad made up of a blend of experienced and younger players for games against the United States (Sept. 6 in East Rutherford, N.J.) and Martino’s former side Argentina (Sept. 10…

Martino recalls Herrera, ‘Chicharito’ to Mexico

Francisco Venegas’ stunning goal from beyond the halfway line wouldn’t be enough as Mexico fell to Honduras in the Pan American Games.

Diego Simeone discusses how Mexico international and Atletico Madrid newcomer Hector Herrera fits into his plans tactically this season.

Fans hack president’s Twitter after winless run

Veracruz club president Fidel Kuri Grajales has seen his Twitter account hacked by a group of supporters.
Mexican side Veracruz have confirmed the Twitter account of club president Fidel Kuri Grajales was hacked by a group of angry supporters on Tuesday.
The account was hacked by “true fans” who attacked the players and the club hierarchy after Veracruz failed to win in 31 matches in all competitions.
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Under the president’s account, the supporters posted: “We want the players to feel the shirt, the poor management of the club has been a cancer in this institution.
“Starting…

Angry Veracruz fans hack president’s Twitter

Martino: ‘Not easy’ for Mexico to join world’s elite

Brian McBride reflects on the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup and examines the tournament’s impact on the U.S. and Mexico.

Herculez Gomez and Shaka Hislop weigh the pros and cons of CONCACAF’s qualifying format for the 2022 World Cup, which emphasizes the FIFA rankings.
Mexico head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino is hoping to shape El Tri into a side that can become one of the world’s elite national teams, but admits it’s a tough challenge that few have accomplished.
Mexico won the Gold Cup in July and will face Argentina and the United States in September in friendly games, before the CONCACAF Nations League begins in October.
“Mexico is one of the prominent nationals teams on the second level [of world football],” said Martino on Tuesday in a news conference in…

Mexico score from beyond half in Pan American Games

Francisco Venegas’ stunning goal from beyond the halfway line wouldn’t be enough as Mexico fell to Honduras in the Pan American Games.

Guillermo Ochoa returns to Club America

Brian McBride explains how playing Liga MX teams mid-season in the Leagues Cup will either help or hurt the four MLS teams involved.

Herculez Gomez explains why the new Leagues Cup is a first step toward more direct competition between MLS and Liga MX.
MEXICO CITY — Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa is set to return to Club America from Standard Liege, the Liga MX side announced on Tuesday evening.
Ochoa was thought to be intent on staying in Europe, but offloading Agustin Marchesin to Porto last week left America in need of a starting goalkeeper and the 34-year-old has chosen to return to the Mexico City club he made his professional debut for in 2004.
“‘Memo’ Ochoa is without doubt one of our fans most beloved players and one of the references…

Mexico chief meets with U.S., Galaxy youth Araujo

Brian McBride reflects on the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup and examines the tournament’s impact on the U.S. and Mexico.

Cristhian Paredes found the net twice for Portland, to ensure the Timbers 4-0 win over LA Galaxy at Providence Park. To watch MLS, sign up to ESPN+.

Herculez Gomez and Shaka Hislop weigh the pros and cons of CONCACAF’s qualifying format for the 2022 World Cup, which emphasizes the FIFA rankings.
Mexican Football Federation sporting director Gerardo Torrado visited LA Galaxy’s training on Tuesday and was seen talking to young full-back Julian Araujo, who recently left the door open to a switch from U.S. national teams to Mexico.
Araujo has recently broken into the Galaxy’s starting XI under Guillermo Barros Schelotto, featuring in 10 MLS games since signing a deal with the first team on March 1.

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Herrera impresses but must earn role – Simeone

Steve Nicol and Stewart Robson explain why they’re convinced Atletico Madrid are set up to have more success than rivals Real Madrid this campaign.

Hector Herrera outlines why he chose Atletico Madrid and the achievements he hopes to accomplish with his new club.
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone won’t guarantee Mexico international Hector Herrera will be a starter this season, but has been impressed at how he has adapted to the club so far.
Herrera, 29, signed for Atleti earlier this month on a free transfer after his contract with Porto had run down and the former Pachuca midfielder missed the Gold Cup in order to focus on preseason at his new club.
“Hector is a guy that has very clear qualities, he’s very good arriving into the area, he covers a lot…

EXCLUSIVE: Simeone embracing Herrera’s versatility for Atleti

Diego Simeone discusses how Mexico international and Atletico Madrid newcomer Hector Herrera fits into his plans tactically this season.

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