Javier Hernandez not included in Mexico's World Cup roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Javier Hernandez, widely known as Chicharito, is absent from Mexico's roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which begins with the opening match today. Despite being a significant figure for the national team, Hernandez has not played for El Tri since 2019 and was not selected for the 2022 World Cup squad. At 38 years old, he is a free agent after last featuring for Guadalajara and has effectively aged out from consideration for national team duties. Mexico will field a strong attacking lineup led by Raul Jimenez as Hernandez looks on from the sidelines.
- •Hernandez has not played for Mexico since 2019.
- •He last played club football in 2024-2025 with Guadalajara.
- •Mexico begins the World Cup with strong strike force led by Raul Jimenez.
- •Hernandez celebrated his 38th birthday on June 1.
- •He scored 52 goals in 109 caps for Mexico.
- 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — Where is Chicharito? Why Javier Hernandez isn't on Mexico's World Cup roster
"He's one of the most well-known Mexican soccer stars of all time.
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