As the international break unfolds, Santiago Giménez and Carlos Moreno find themselves at pivotal moments in their careers. While Giménez’s arrival at AC Milan brought high expectations, his recent struggles in front of goal raise concerns. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Carlos Moreno, a surprise call-up for Mexico’s Concacaf Nations League semifinal, is set to join the squad after resolving visa issues.
Santi Giménez: A Tough Challenge Ahead
"Por su puesto que caben los dos Jiménez, veremos si les encontramos sitio juntos. No me quita el sueño porque son buenos jugadores y pueden iniciar."
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Giménez joined AC Milan with much anticipation and made an immediate impact. However, his scoring streak has hit a roadblock. In his latest appearance, he was substituted in the 68th minute during Milan’s 2-1 victory over Como, marking his fifth consecutive match without a goal.
His struggles extend to the Mexican National Team, where he has failed to score since netting the winning goal in the 2023 Gold Cup Final. With Julián Quiñones expected to play as a center forward and Raúl Jiménez thriving at Fulham, Giménez faces a tough battle for a starting role under Javier ‘Vasco’ Aguirre.
Carlos Moreno: The Unexpected Call-Up
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Carlos Moreno, the 27-year-old goalkeeper from Pachuca, has been one of the surprising inclusions in Mexico’s squad for the Concacaf Nations League semifinals. Despite making his Liga MX debut in April 2021, he has now earned a chance to be part of the national team setup.
However, his participation was briefly delayed due to visa issues. FOX Sports reporter Carlos Rodrigo Hernández confirmed that Moreno is expected to arrive in the U.S. on Wednesday, March 19. As Mexico’s third-choice goalkeeper, his absence has not caused major concerns within the coaching staff.
The Road to the Concacaf Nations League Semifinals
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Mexico will take on Panama in the Concacaf Nations League semifinals, aiming to reclaim regional dominance. Despite concerns over Giménez’s form and Moreno’s late arrival, Javier Aguirre’s squad remains confident heading into the crucial match.
With Guillermo Ochoa absent from the roster, many wonder if Moreno could earn valuable minutes, although he is unlikely to start ahead of more experienced goalkeepers.
As Mexico prepares for battle, all eyes will be on Santi Giménez and whether he can overcome his goal drought. Meanwhile, Carlos Moreno’s call-up signifies an opportunity for new faces to prove their worth in the national team.
