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FIFA Clears Chivas Duo Richard Ledezma and Brian Gutiérrez to Represent Mexico

The decision caps a swift eligibility process for two U.S.-developed players now in Mexico's plans for the 2026 cycle.

Overview

  • Mexico's federation announced FIFA has confirmed the pair's eligibility, publishing the approval in an official communiqué and tweet.
  • Both players are available for this week's friendlies against Panama and Bolivia under coach Javier Aguirre.
  • Ledezma featured for the United States at the 2019 U-20 World Cup and Gutiérrez played two U.S. senior friendlies in January 2025, none of which cap-tied them.
  • FIFA's platform lists Ledezma's change of association dated January 20, 2026, while reports say Gutiérrez secured clearance following administrative steps after his U.S. friendlies.
  • The Chivas teammates joined Mexico's training camp awaiting the ruling, and the approval positions them for future call-ups as World Cup preparations advance.