Mexico Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa Retires at 41 After Six World Cups
Guillermo Ochoa, the legendary Mexican goalkeeper who participated in six World Cups—a record shared with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi—announced his retirement at age 41 on Tuesday. Ochoa made the announcement via social media, stating he gave his all for his clubs and country. He earned 154 caps for Mexico and played for nine clubs across seven countries, including a notable stint at AC Ajaccio in Ligue 1 from 2011 to 2014. Ochoa became famous for his reflex saves during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, particularly in a memorable 0-0 draw against the host nation. He also helped Mexico defeat Germany 1-0 in the 2018 World Cup. In his final World Cup appearance in 2026, he played only a brief cameo in Mexico's last group stage match against the Czech Republic. Ochoa began his career in Mexico in 2004 and was the first Mexican nominated for the Ballon d'Or in 2007.
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