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Mexico vs. Chile: Key Absences Shake Up Friendly
7 Oct
Summary
- Mexico's Mateo Chávez and Gilberto Mora are out.
- Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano has also left the Mexican squad.
- Chile welcomes back Gabriel Suazo and Lucas Cepeda.
Mexico will face Chile in an international friendly on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The match, held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, will kick off at 10:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. PT. This friendly serves as an opportunity for El Tri's coaching staff to evaluate players and tactics.
Several key players will be absent for Mexico. Defender Mateo Chávez is unavailable due to suspension, while midfielder Gilberto Mora has departed the team camp with an injury to recover at his club. Additionally, Hirving "Chucky" Lozano will not participate further in the September-October window.
Chile will also contend with player absences, notably midfielder Marcelino Núñez due to a physical issue. However, the South American side will be bolstered by the return of Gabriel Suazo and Lucas Cepeda, providing additional options against Mexico.
