Guillermo Ochoa once again added a chapter to his extensive history with the Mexican team.
The goalkeeper entered the 78th minute of the match against the Czech Republic, received the captain’s badge and reached his fourth World Cup participation on the field of playalthough it has been part of six World Cups.
The image had a special meaning.
Hours before, FIFA paid tribute to him and allowed him to wear the Legacy patcha recognition reserved for footballers with an outstanding career in the World Cups.
Ochoa’s journey began in Germany 2006when he was Mexico’s third goalkeeper.
Four years later he experienced the frustration of not playing in South Africa 2010, but found revenge in Brazil 2014where his performances made him one of the figures of the tournament.
Over the years, the archer built a career marked by perseverance. Even when it seemed that Qatar 2022 would be its last World Cupfound a way to stay current and return to a World Cup call.
Against the Czech Republic he did not need a memorable save to be the protagonist, but he did contribute to the third goal of his team, Mexico, which beat the Czech Republic 3-0 at the Azteca Stadium or Mexico City Stadium.
His entry and the captain’s armband were recognition of a career that began two decades ago. and that continues writing chapters on football’s biggest stage.