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Veteran Mexico goalkeeper Ochoa joins Cyprus' Limassol

Mexico great eyes sixth World Cup with Cyprus move


AFP September 12, 2025 Less than a minute read
Forty-year-old Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has reached an agreement with Limassol in Cyprus to play for them in the 2025-2026 season as soon as he submits the tests that prove he is in optimal health. PHOTO: AFP

MEXICO CITY:

Veteran Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa on Thursday signed for Cypriot club AEL Limassol in a bid to prove his fitness to go to a sixth World Cup next year.

The 40-year-old played for AVS in the Portuguese top flight last season, helping the club avoid relegation.

"Ochoa's experience, personality and leadership are expected to significantly strengthen our team's squad," AEL said in a statement.

Ochoa has made 152 appearances for Mexico since his debut in 2005 and was first choice at the last three World Cups.

Mexico will co-host the 48-team global showpiece next summer with the United States and Canada.

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