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Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, aged 41, announced his retirement from professional football on social media, ending a 22-year career. FIFA President Gianni Infantino responded with a tribute on Instagram, congratulating Ochoa and stating that his national team career will 'forever be recorded in World Cup history.' Infantino highlighted Ochoa as the goalkeeper with the most appearances in Mexican national team history and noted his participation in six World Cups. He thanked Ochoa for his unforgettable saves and dedication to the Mexican jersey, wishing him well in the future. The announcement was reported by Hupu Football News on July 23.
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Hupu Football News | July 23rd
41-year-old Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa announced his retirement on social media, bringing an end to his 22-year professional career.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino took to social media to send his blessings to Ochoa:
Congratulations, Ochoa. Your national team career will forever be recorded in World Cup history.
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As the goalkeeper with the most appearances in the history of the Mexican national team, and having participated in the World Cup six times, the legend you have left behind will be remembered forever.
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Thank you for every unforgettable save you made, and for every time you wore the Mexican national team jersey. Wishing you all the best in the future.
Source: Instagram
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Infantino Praises Ochoa: National Team Career 'Forever Recorded in World Cup History'