Javier Aguirre still does not have a defined squad.

Javier Aguirre, coach of the Mexican national team, admitted he doesn't know the starting lineup with which he will defend the Gold Cup title in just over a week.

"I don't have a typical starting lineup in mind right now for the Gold Cup," he explained in the press conference before facing Switzerland.

In addition to facing Switzerland before the Gold Cup, the Mexicans will have another friendly match next Tuesday against Turkey, after which they will debut in the CONCACAF tournament on Saturday, June 14, against the Dominican Republic.

“I've always asked for strong opponents to prepare for the World Cup. We have two tests against strong European opponents. Every match we have between now and the 2026 World Cup will serve to determine which players have the physical and mental capacity to represent their country in an event of such magnitude,” Aguirre added.

On the other hand, "Vasco" celebrated the fact that players like Roberto Alvarado, who was sought after to reinforce Pachuca in the Club World Cup, have rejected offers to join the Tri, which will go to the Gold Cup.

"I was out of the national team for 15 years, and I once spoke to a player, who told me that coming to play for the national team was a bit of an emotional burden; they saw it as a punishment. It must be a source of pride to wear this badge, especially at a World Cup on your home turf," he concluded.