Gilberto Mora marks historic debut for Mexico at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:32 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Gilberto Mora made his World Cup debut for Mexico against South Africa on June 11, at just 17 years old. He became the youngest player to represent El Tri in the tournament’s history. Mora showcased his skills in subsequent matches, contributing to Mexico's advancing through the group stage and into the round of 16, where they faced England. His performance has drawn attention from major clubs, and he recently signed a three-year contract extension with Club Tijuana.
- •Mora debuted in a 1-0 win against South Africa.
- •He is the youngest player to start a World Cup match since Pelé.
- •Mora completed 22 of 25 passes in the round of 16.
- •Club Tijuana secured a three-year extension with Mora before the tournament.
- •Mexico's next match is against England in the knockout stage.
- 2:26 AMYahoo Sports — Is 17-year-old Gilberto Mora starting for Mexico against England?
- 10:32 PMYahoo Sports — Gilberto Mora staying present through historic World Cup run with Mexico
"Mexican phenom Gilberto Mora made more history at the FIFA World Cup when he earned his third consecutive start in the Round of 16 against England.
"At just 17 years old, Gilberto Mora's already getting into the habit of making World Cup history. But he's not worried about that right now.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 6, 2026, 2:26 AMIs 17-year-old Gilberto Mora starting for Mexico against England?
Mexican phenom Gilberto Mora made more history at the FIFA World Cup when he earned his third consecutive start in the Round of 16 against England.
- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 10:32 PMGilberto Mora staying present through historic World Cup run with Mexico
At just 17 years old, Gilberto Mora's already getting into the habit of making World Cup history. But he's not worried about that right now.
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