Right now clearly isn't the time to ditch the established names en masse. The Europe-based players are naturally a considerable distance ahead of the youngsters coming up in Liga MX. That said, these games are an opportunity that Mexico's younger players probably didn't expect this early in their career and there are some promising talents. alex morgan jersey kid
Club America's 18-year-old forward Diego Lainez heads the list along with his club teammate Edson Alvarez (20), Cruz Azul's 19-year-old Roberto Alvarado and Monterrey's 19-year-old Jonathan Gonzalez. All four look like the real deal and key components moving forward. ashlyn harris jersey kid
Behind them are established Liga MX youngsters such as Pachuca trio Erick Aguirre, Victor Guzman and Erick Gutierrez (who agreed terms with PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday); Santos Laguna full-backs Jesus Angulo, Jose Abella and Gerardo Arteaga; Monterrey's Rodolfo Pizarro; Chivas' Angel Zaldivar and Orbelin Pineda; Pumas' Jesus Gallardo and, the most developed of all, PSV Eindhoven's Hirving Lozano.
Interim coach Ferretti a logical, safe choice for christian pulisic jersey kid MexicoWith Tuca Ferretti set to take control of Mexico's national team on an interim basis, Alejandro Moreno likens him to a respected substitute teacher.
Mexico played very well against Germany in Russia, quite well against South Korea, awfully against Sweden and then ran out of steam against a very good Brazil team. ashlyn harris jersey kid
The likes of Javier Hernandez, Hector Moreno, Andres Guardado, Carlos Vela and Miguel Layun were all part of a World Cup camp that stretched to well over 40 days and won't be traveling. Despite disgruntled howls from some analysts, those players deserve a break and it's in the national team's interest that they aren't burned out by next summer's Gold Cup. carli lloyd jersey kid
But the convenient excuse does conceal the fact the team has a lot of key players that will be coming towards the end of their careers in four years and a generational change will be required at some point between now and Qatar. christen press jersey kid How quickly it should happen and whether it should be gradual or wholesale will depend on who the new coach is and how the youngsters develop in their club careers.
The naming of the new manager will give a clearer pointer to Mexico's direction over coming years, but interim coach Ricardo "Tuca" Ferretti's squad for two upcoming friendlies does very much feel like the first step in what could well be an awkward, painful yet also promising renovation ahead of Qatar 2022. megan rapinoe jersey kid
We're still in that period of fierce debate about El Tri of the first games of the post-Juan Carlos Osorio era (Uruguay on Sept. 7 and the United States on Sept. 11) -- while the failure to break into the quarterfinals yet again has led to a period of introspection about the future of the Mexican national team, younger players and Liga MX. tobin heath jersey kid
The decision-making process was perhaps easier for Ferretti this time around in terms of leaving out foreign-based players and being able to name a squad that very much is the next generation -- the average age of the squad is just 24. alex morgan jersey kid
Mexico played very well against Germany in Russia, quite well against South Korea, awfully against Sweden and then ran out of steam against a very good Brazil team.
As for Tigres, Saturday's game will be a perfect opportunity for manager Ricardo "Tuca" Ferretti to truly flex his muscle. After an unexciting start to the Apertura, Tigres now appear ready to kickoff their usual strong finish to the tournament. kelley ohara jersey kid At this point, it is now common and expected for the Monterrey club to have a commanding run in the latter stages of every season after struggling to make an impact early on.
With an immense amount of attacking firepower in Tigres' roster,mallory pugh jersey kid it wouldn't be much of a shock if superstars such as Andre-Pierre Gignac and Eduardo Vargas completely demolish an Atlas side that has already collected five losses in its last seven games. Barring a minor miracle for Atlas, things might get ugly for the Guadalajara club that is currently sitting at the very bottom of the league table. -- Cesar Hernandez
If you're tired of draws and more in the mood for a one-sided Liga MX battle this weekend, look no further than Saturday's match between Tigres and Atlas.
Let's first start with Atlas, who has so far been the most abysmal and depressing team in the first half of the 2018 Apertura. Not only are Los Rojinegros the only Liga MX squad without a win, but also the only one without a single goal as well. After launching a total of 117 shots and missing two penalties, Atlas has somehow failed to find the back of the net.julie ertz jersey kid
As for Tigres, Saturday's game will be a perfect opportunity for manager Ricardo "Tuca" Ferretti to truly flex his muscle. After an unexciting start to the Apertura, Tigres now appear ready to kickoff their usual strong finish to the tournament. At this point, it is now common and expected for the Monterrey club to have a commanding run in the latter stages of every season after struggling to make an impact early on.
Santos Laguna, the eventual title winners, remain as one of the league's top teams despite losing a good chunk of what drove them to their sixth league win in May. Gone are Carlos Izquierdoz, Djaniny, Nestor Araujo and even coach Robert Siboldi. Despite the subtractions, the green-and-whites remain in the upper echelon of Mexican football with crisp, stylish offensive play and stout defensive work. lionel messi jersey kid
They go into this weekend's match in third place with 14 points overall following a strong start to the season after seven matches. In front, they'll face Toluca, who have not suffered the same fate as their opponents, in that they've been able to keep most players as for the Apertura 2018 campaign. kylian mbappe jersey kid
However, the results have not been exactly the same for them as we near the end of the season's first half. After seven games, Toluca sits eighth, with 10 points and three wins, one draw and three losses.
After a solid start, the Diablos Rojos are winless in their last three Copa and Liga MX matches. To achieve a win against Santos Laguna, the ten-time Liga MX winners must find a way to stop their potent attack, led by Julio Furch and Jonathan Rodriguez. -- Eric Gomez
Toluca vs. Santos meet again for the first time since last season's final tobin heath jersey kid
The Clausura 2018 final between Toluca and Santos was one of Liga MX's most exciting championship deciders in a long time. This season's regular season game should be enough to rekindle at least a little of that emotion.
Santos Laguna, the eventual title winners, remain as one of the league's top teams despite losing a good chunk of what drove them to their sixth league win in May. Gone are Carlos Izquierdoz, Djaniny, mallory pugh soccer jersey kid Nestor Araujo and even coach Robert Siboldi. Despite the subtractions, the green-and-whites remain in the upper echelon of Mexican football with crisp, stylish offensive play and stout defensive work.
Erick Gutierrez's transfer to Dutch side PSV Eindhoven this week was a solid move but it will leave Pachuca's midfield in a precarious position. Piroschka van de Wouw/ANP/ FP mallory pugh soccer jersey kid
For Chivas, Jose Cardozo seems to have found his best XI over the last few games, but has a headache in the goalkeeping department, with Raul Gudino injured and reserve keeper Miguel Jimenez a doubt for Saturday. Third goalkeeper Antonio Torres could be in line for first Liga MX appearance, having debuted in the cup on Tuesday. tobin heath jersey kid
This game pits two of the league's form sides against each other, and ones that tend to give opportunities to young Mexican players. It's a game Mexico fans should definitely be watching, with Aguirre, Victor Guzman and Chivas trio Alan Pulido, Angel Zaldivar and Orbelin Pineda all in the squad to face Uruguay and the United States. -- Tom Marshall
The first game in the post-Gutierrez era for Pachuca comes against Chivas on Saturday in Estadio Akron and won't be easy. Chivas has been grinding out results of late, steadily improving and building up confidence after a rough summer and poor start to the 2018 Apertura. kelley ohara soccer jersey kid
Ayestaran will have to think long and hard about how to replace Gutierrez, with youngster Pablo Lopez a possibility, as could be utilizing Erick Aguirre in a central role, where he started off with first club Morelia. Other than that, kelley ohara soccer jersey kid there could even be a change of formation from the Spaniard, with former Leicester City striker Leo Ulloa potentially coming in alongside Franco Jara in more of a 4-4-2 formation. We'll see.
Matchweek 8 of the 2018-19 Liga MX Apertura is upon us. Here are the games and storylines our Liga MX correspondents Tom Marshall, Cesar Hernandez and Eric Gomez are looking forward to this weekend in Mexico. hope solo jersey kid
'Post-Guti' Pachuca aims to extend run vs. confident Chivas
Pachuca's sale of captain Erick Gutierrez to PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday was widely applauded, but for Tuzos coach Pako Ayestaran it represented a significant weakening of his midfield.hope solo jersey kid
The first game in the post-Gutierrez era for Pachuca comes against Chivas on Saturday in Estadio Akron and won't be easy. Chivas has been grinding out results of late, steadily improving and building up confidence after a rough summer and poor start to the 2018 Apertura.
Former Paris Saint-Germain player Menez suffered the injury during his side's friendly against Pachuca last week and will undergo surgery in France "as soon as possible." carli lloyd jersey kid
Menez signed for Club America on a one-year deal from Turkish side Antalyaspor in early January and helped them to a second-placed finish in the regular season in the 2018 Clausura.
Meanwhile, former Club America defender Diego Reyes was at the club's training facility in Mexico City on Saturday. crystal dunn jersey kid
The Mexico international, who missed the World Cup due to injury, is continuing his search for a new club after his contract with Porto expired. crystal dunn jersey kid
Club America face Morelia in San Jose on Sunday ahead of the Liga MX Apertura opener against Necaxa on July 22.
The Dominguez injury cames after the news over the weekend that Club America's French forward Jeremy Menez will undergo surgery because of an ACL tear in his left knee. The 31-year-old is set to be out for at least six months and the loss of creative forces Menez as well as Dominguez represents a significant problem for Las Aguilas. ashlyn harris soccer jersey kid
Colombian Martinez netted both goals for Club America in his debut with the team, after Peruvian Irven Avila had given Morelia an early lead.
Club America forward Jeremy Menez will miss the 2018 Apertura after rupturing his left ACL and being ruled out for between six and nine months, the Liga MX club have confirmed. ashlyn harris soccer jersey kid
Former Paris Saint-Germain player Menez suffered the injury during his side's friendly against Pachuca last week and will undergo surgery in France "as soon as possible."
Menez signed for Club America on a one-year deal from Turkish side Antalyaspor in early January and helped them to a second-placed finish in the regular season in the 2018 Clausura. carli lloyd jersey kid
Meanwhile, former Club America defender Diego Reyes was at the club's training facility in Mexico City on Saturday.
Paraguay international Cecilio Dominguez suffered a horrific jaw break during Club America's 2-1 friendly victory over Morelia on Sunday in San Jose, California.tobin heath jersey 2018
In an ugly scene, Morelia defender Emanuel Loeschbor lost balance and flew into Dominguez on the edge of the penalty area in the sixth minute, after Club America striker Roger Martinez seemed to shove the Morelia player. alex morgan jersey kid
Dominguez remained on the ground and the medical staff eventually stretchered the 23-year-old off the field and to hospital in the 10th minute.
America later confirmed in a statement that Dominguez had fractured his jaw and the winger is set to miss the start of the 2018 Apertura when Las Aguilas take on Necaxa on July 22.alex morgan jersey kid
The Dominguez injury cames after the news over the weekend that Club America's French forward Jeremy Menez will undergo surgery because of an ACL tear in his left knee. The 31-year-old is set to be out for at least six months and the loss of creative forces Menez as well as Dominguez represents a significant problem for Las Aguilas.
Earlier this summer, the old grass was removed and replaced by a newer, more resilient turf. Cruz Azul will play for the first time on the new surface when they open their Mexican Liga Bancomer season Saturday against Puebla.
Led by manager Pedro Caixinha, the club initiated and paid for the field renovation. Their practice fields were also resurfaced to better familiarize the players with the new turf, which is 96 percent natural grass and 4 percent artificial grass. samantha mewis jersey 2018
The goal was to make the stadium field more resistant to wear and tear in order to withstand the high number of games played there. Cruz Azul and America will host 21 games at Azteca Stadium over the next four months. sydney leroux jersey 2018
Camp Nou, Barcelona's home stadium, has the same playing surface, as do the venues for Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Villarreal, PSV Eindhoven, and the majority of the stadiums in the Premier League.
Antonio Lopez's cross from the right sailed over Eric Bailly and Martin planted a bullet header into the top corner. mia hamm jersey 2018
United had to wait until the 78th minute for their equaliser.
Dutchman Chong, on for Martial, whipped in a lovely ball from the right and, after Ander Herrera's header hit the post, Mata's scuffed shot went in threw the legs of America's replacement goalkeeper Oscar Jimenez. morgan brian jersey 2018
Scott McTominay gave Mourinho a late injury scare after a head injury forced the midfielder off.
Manchester United play the San Jose Earthquakes on July 22 before starting International Champions Cup play against AC Milan on July 25.
Despite Mourinho's suggestion United could lose by "some not beautiful numbers" on this tour with a number of players absent following the World Cup, his team started brightly at the University of Phoenix Stadium. Demetri Mitchell, impressive on loan at Hearts last season, threatened on the left wing and Anthony Martial, starting as the centre-forward, fired over and then forced America goalkeeper Agustin Marchesin into a diving save.
Mata came closest to scoring in the first half but saw his effort come back off the inside of the post.
At the other end Lee Grant, making his debut following a summer move from Stoke, made two smart stops. Grant's replacement at half-time, Joel Pereira, was also forced into a good save at the feet of Roger Martinez but he could do nothing about Club America's goal on 59 minutes.
Antonio Lopez's cross from the right sailed over Eric Bailly and Martin planted a bullet header into the top corner.