RismadarVoice Reporters, May 12, 2026
Veteran Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has hinted that the 2026 FIFA World Cup could mark the end of his international career after announcing his arrival at what he described as his “last training camp” with the national team.
The 40-year-old goalkeeper is widely expected to be included in Mexico’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by Mexico, the United States and Canada from June 11 to July 19.
In an emotional social media post on Monday, Ochoa reflected on his long-standing journey with the Mexican national team and the pride he has felt representing his country over the years.
“Putting this shirt on again was never routine, it was a privilege,” he wrote. “Today begins my last training camp. But this time I see it differently, with more memories, more scars, and the same excitement as the child who once dreamed of defending this badge.”
If selected for the tournament, Ochoa will become one of the few footballers in history to feature in six FIFA World Cups, joining stars such as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
The experienced shot stopper previously represented Mexico at the Germany 2006, South Africa 2010, Brazil 2014, Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022 World Cups.
Ochoa, who currently plays for AEL Limassol in Cyprus, recently suggested in an interview with Mexican broadcaster TUDN that the upcoming World Cup may also signal the end of his professional football career.
Widely regarded as one of Mexico’s finest goalkeepers, Ochoa has earned more than 150 caps for the national team and delivered several memorable performances on football’s biggest stage.
Among his most celebrated moments were his outstanding display against Brazil during the 2014 World Cup and his penalty save against Poland captain Robert Lewandowski at the Qatar 2022 tournament.
Mexico will continue preparations for the World Cup with international friendly matches against Ghana on May 22, Australia on May 30 and Serbia on June 4 before opening their Group A campaign against South Africa on June 11.
