Guillermo Ochoa has announced his official retirement from professional football following a legendary 22-year career. The 41-year-old goalkeeper confirmed the decision on social media, ending months of speculation regarding his future.
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Subscribe Sekarang →"I gave it my all; I left everything on the field for my clubs and the national team, and today I hang up my gloves," Ochoa stated in his emotional farewell message.
Ochoa leaves behind an extraordinary international legacy. According to match records, he represented Mexico across six FIFA World Cups, sharing the historic milestone with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
His professional journey began with Club America in February 2004. Ochoa later made history in 2011 by joining Ajaccio, becoming the first Mexico-born goalkeeper to sign with a European club.
The veteran stopper went on to play for Malaga, Granada, Standard Liege, Salernitana, AVS Futebol, and AEL Limassol. Based on official records, his silverware includes a Liga MX title, a Belgian Cup, six CONCACAF Gold Cups, and an Olympic bronze medal.
His final appearance came during the recent World Cup in North America. Manager Javier Aguirre brought Ochoa on for the closing minutes against Czechia at Azteca Stadium, allowing the icon a farewell on home soil.