Gilberto Mora
MEXLW
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Oct 14, 2008 (17)
Right
5'6"
137 lb
MexicoShould see minutes in midfield role
Mora is a member of Mexico's roster who has generated big expectations as a talented young player, pushing for a significant role in the top international competition.
Analysis: Mora is currently the brightest prospect in Mexican football. Despite being only 17 years old, the Tijuana midfielder is already viewed as a legitimate contender for minutes alongside players such as Alvaro Fidalgo, Obed Vargas and Brian Gutierrez thanks to his advanced technical ability and attacking versatility. Mora quickly made an impression with the senior national team during the decisive stages of the 2025 Gold Cup, finishing that tournament as a starter and recording one assist in three matches, before dominating at the Under-20 World Cup with three goals and two assists in five appearances. Mora's diverse skill set allows him to impact games both as a creator and in the opposition box, while also offering a valuable option for set-piece duties. He dealt with a pubalgia issue early in the year but regained form in the final four weeks of the 2025/26 season.
Takes two shots in Clausura finale
Mora had two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Guadalajara.
Analysis: Mora didn't have a big impact in this Clausura finale, but at least he was healthy enough to see minutes. The star winger missed plenty of time due to injury this season, but he finishes the season healthy. He should represent Mexico in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Scores in XI return
Gilberto Mora scored one goal to go with four shots (four on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Pachuca.
Analysis: Mora returned to the starting lineup for the first time since overcoming a pubalgic problem that had kept him sidelined for almost two months, having featured from the bench in the two previous games. The midfielder played 67 minutes but made a significant offensive impact, registering a season-high four shots and creating one chance. Two of those attempts came from the penalty spot, with his initial effort saved by the goalkeeper before he converted the rebound.
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