Mexico
Gilberto Mora's World Cup debut: A promising talent
Gilberto Mora, a 17-year-old young player, had his first international match under the direction of Javier Aguirre in the World Cup, where Mexico won 2-0 against South Africa.
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By Magdalena Ríos
June 12, 2026 at 08:40 AM
Gilberto Mora debuted on Thursday in the Mexican national team at the age of seventeen, being introduced by coach Javier Aguirre. The young player entered during the opening match against South Africa, a match that ended with a 2-0 victory for the hosts. Aguirre has praised the talent and potential of Mora, who promises to be an outstanding figure in the future of Mexican football.