Mexico's generational talent also disappeared before our eyes.
During the match against Mexico on Saturday night, 17-year-old midfielder Gilberto Mora came on as a substitute and was nearly wiped out in a shocking studs-up tackle by Nández — when the ball wasn’t seriously 'in play.' Rather than a welcome to senior international soccer, it was a brutal initiation.
Another tournament, another goal for Mora.
Rising star Gilberto Mora continues to live up to the hype, scoring yet again for Club Tijuana in their 2-0 away victory over CF Pachuca on Saturday night.
Gilberto Mora goal: 16-year-old scores header against Pachuca
The 16-year-old midfielder opened the scoring with a powerful header inside the box, helping secure Xolos’ first win of the Apertura 2025 Liga MX tournament.
Remember the name: Gilberto Mora
He's the truth, folks.
16-year-old Mexican phenom, Gilberto Mora, continues to light up the soccer world, etching his name further into the Concacaf history books with a dazzling brace against LA Galaxy in Thursday night's 2025 Leagues Cup clash at Dignity Health Sports Park.
Mexican phenom Gilberto Mora added another highlight reel to his illustrious summer on Friday with a brilliant display of skill against FC Juárez. The 16-year-old beat a defender with ease before forcing an own goal with a cross.
In the 52nd minute Mora helped give Tijuana the lead with a clever move to beat a defender and fire in a dangerous cross into the box. The pass was on track to connect with striker Shamar Nicholson, however a Juárez defender poked the ball into his own net.
Gilberto Mora vs Juárez
Watch out North America, there's a new kid in town.
In a match filled with flair, rising stars, and a touch of disappointment, it was 16-year-old Gilberto Mora who stole the show at the 2025 MLS All-Star Game in Austin, Texas.
Gilberto Mora (16) en el #MLSAllStarGame :
In an unforgettable moment in Liga MX, Atlas defender Matheus Dória produced a jaw-dropping, acrobatic scorpion kick that instantly evoked memories of Zlatan Ibrahimović's legendary goals and skills.
The Brazilian center-back scored one of the most stunning goals of the season in a match against Club Tijuana at Estadio Caliente, propelling his team to an extraordinary away 4-3 comeback victory on Sunday night.
Watch: Liga MX scorpion kick from Matheus Doria against Club Tijuana
Después del magnífico rendimiento mostrado en el Mundial de Catar 2022, Luis Chávez se ha convertido en el jugador sensación del fútbol mexicano.
Gran parte de la atención en torno al mediocampista del Pachuca descansa en su impresionante golpeo de balón.
Comienza un nuevo semestre de nuestra bendita Liga MX y le damos la bienvenida con una nueva ronda de predicciones.
El torneo comenzó con una sorpresiva victoria de FC Juárez sobre América en el Estadio Azteca e imaginamos que no será el único resultado llamativo de este Apertura 2023.
HOOOOOOOY
¡El #Apertura2023 arranca esta noche!
Time for a recap.
After 17 riveting matchweeks, the regular phase of the Clausura 2023 is over. Teams are now getting ready for the playoffs, but while we wait, we decided to look back and bring back the memories of an unforgettable tournament.
FYI, though, do not expect goals or new tactical theories coming from our fields. We are here to show moments that make Liga MX that imperfect tournament you adore.
La instauración del repechaje o repesca en 2020 le dio la oportunidad a más clubes en instalarse en las fases finales de la Liga MX. Y desde entonces, todos han aprovechado el formato.
Bueno, todos menos Xolos.
Después de su abultante derrota 5-2 de visita frente al Puebla en la Jornada 17 del Clausura 2023, los Xolos nuevamente quedaron fuera de una liguilla del fútbol mexicano.