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Possible Mexico Starting Lineup Against the USMNT Today: Will Gilberto Mora Play?
Márquez said the 17-year-old is eligible after ankle discomfort as Mexico weighs a cautious lineup for the rivalry match.
On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Mexican National Team faces the United States in a high-profile friendly at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, kicking off at 10 p.m. ET.
Mexico coach Rafael Márquez aims to advance a new era for El Tri after replacing Javier Aguirre, seeking positive results following back-to-back 1-1 draws against Colombia and Peru.
Teen phenom Gilberto Mora is fit and "eligible" for the match after the 17-year-old Club Tijuana player dealt with ankle pain earlier this week, Márquez confirmed.
Márquez emphasized he will balance the squad with established talent despite developing young players, stating, "The boys... behaved up to the mark and I have no doubt that they will also rise."
Mexico holds regional bragging rights after winning the 2024-25 Nations League and the 2025 Gold Cup, facing a competitive U.S. side as development continues.
Gilberto Mora could become one of Mexico's absences for the most anticipated FIFA Date match.The young Mexican football figure is in doubt to face the United States this Saturday, after presenting a nuisance in the right ankle during the friendly to Peru.Gilberto Mora contested the match, but at the end of the engagement had to perform some exercises on the court to evaluate the inconvenience.Gilberto Mora did not train to the rhythm of his comr…