Guillermo Ochoa marks his sixth World Cup participation

During the opening group stage match of the 2026 World Cup between Mexico and South Africa, goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa remained on the bench. Despite not playing in this specific match, the 40-year-old athlete officially reached his sixth World Cup tournament. This milestone makes him the first Mexican player in history to participate in six editions of the tournament. Ochoa, a former goalkeeper for AEL, is widely considered a veteran legend of the sport. It has been reported that this tournament will be his final World Cup appearance. The match was held amidst the broader context of the 2026 World Cup ceremonies and festivities.