Gilberto Mora will make history just by stepping on the pitch for Mexico’s round of 32 match against Ecuador on Tuesday at Mexico City Stadium. The 17-year-old will become the second-youngest player ever to start in a World Cup knockout stage match, behind Brazil legend Pelé. Pelé still holds the record as the youngest player…
Mexico midfielder Gilberto Mora scanned for options and threaded a pass to Jorge Sanchez, who collided with the Czech goalkeeper before Julian Quinones poked home the loose ball for a 2-0 lead. It was the type of spark Mexico coach Javier Aguirre was looking for from an offense that had looked sluggish, even as the…
Cape Verde’s 40-year-old goalkeeper has become a star at this World Cup, and a Senegal teenager scored in his tournament debut. Here’s a look at some of the oldest and youngest players as the 48-team tournament enters its second week. Veterans No better place to begin than the 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portugal star will…
