A few weeks before the start of the 2026 World Cup, the legendary Mexican national team goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa addressed the fans with statements indicating the nearing end of his football career, both at the national team level and possibly his final retirement from football, should he participate in the upcoming tournament.

Ochoa, who is nearly 41 years old and is preparing for his sixth World Cup if selected by coach Javier Aguirre, spoke candidly about his physical and mental state, affirming that the time might be right to end his long career that has been filled with achievements.

The veteran goalkeeper explained that he does not regret any stage of his career, noting that he made the best possible decisions given the circumstances he faced, whether in terms of professionalism or opportunities that did not materialize, affirming that he lived his career as he dreamed it would be.

Regarding his role in the upcoming World Cup, expectations suggest that he may not be the starting goalkeeper this time. Instead, he might play the role of a leader and bring experience to the team from the bench, with his final future to be decided after Mexico's participation in the tournament concludes, amid anticipation of bidding farewell to one of the most prominent names in Mexican football history.