The Aztec team seeks to expand its universe of footballers. In recent weeks it was revealed that within the Mexican Football Federation had made the pertinent approaches so that Julián Araujo and David Ochoa will be part of El Tri . Finally, the process with the Real Salt Lake goalkeeper was completed and FIFA authorized his change of federation.
“ After everything that has happened, I just want to be happy. That is why I decided to choose Mexico , and I really hope you can understand it. Even if it is a personal and emotional decision, I hope it makes sense. He definitely has it for me ”, expressed the goalkeeper through The Players Tribune.
“ The General Sports Directorate informs that the Mexican Soccer Federation received authorization from the FIFA Players’ Status Committee for Real Salt Lake Major League Soccer goalkeeper David Ochoa to represent the National Team of Mexico ”, communicated the FMF through its official page.
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Authorization was received from FIFA for David Ochoa to represent our country.Here more info. 👉🏻 https://t.co/ 524 i2XnLIz # PasiónyOrgullo | # FMFporOurFootball pic.twitter.com/2dT5s6mtUg
– National Team (@miseleccionmx)
August 11, 2021
Under these circumstances, the archer born in The United States will be able to wear the Aztec jersey if Gerardo Martino so requires.
The young goalkeeper of 20 years old had the Opportunity to represent the Stars and Stripes team in the Concacaf Pre-Olympic that took place in Guadalajara, Jalisco. It remains to be known what will happen to the Los Angeles Galaxy side, a footballer who has not yet decided which team he will play for, despite the fact that he has already made his debut with the United States’ senior team.
Mexico does not want to make the same mistake as with Marcelo Flores
Canada spike forward in bidding for talented Arsenal player . The young English soccer player was called up to be part of the Canadian preliminary squad , before the Gold Cup. However, the player still has the possibility to represent El Tri, if they wish.
Great win vs Chelsea and even better the top bins ⚽️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Marcelo GOAL !!!! pic.twitter.com/IyLFeMrEzG
– Ruben Flores (@Ruboflores) April 20, 1926
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