Marquez focuses on Mora's development in Mexico's draw with Peru
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 4:16 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Mexico and Peru played to a 1-1 draw in a friendly match in Harrison, New Jersey. Gilberto Mora, Mexico's newly-anointed star, did not play, as coach Rafa Marquez aimed to protect the teenager from heightened expectations and physical strain. Marquez also rested several key players, prioritizing an upcoming match against the United States. After a lackluster first half, Mexico improved significantly after halftime, with Victor Guzman equalizing from a set piece. Despite the draw, there are concerns over the depth of the squad as some veterans struggled to make an impact.
- •Mexico secures a 1-1 draw against Peru.
- •Gilberto Mora did not play to manage expectations.
- •Victor Guzman scored Mexico's equalizer in the second half.
- •Marquez is focusing on developing young talent for the future.
- •Concerns arise about the depth of Mexico's squad.
- 4:16 AMYahoo Sports — Marquez serious about protecting Mora: 3 things we learned from Mexico-Peru draw
"Former Mexico star Rafa Marquez is serious about making sure his new star, Gilberto Mora, doesn't get overexposed.
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