Mexico’s poor results during the recent FIFA window sparked criticism of several players, including Toluca forward Alexis Vega, who has been questioned for his lack of impact. His club coach, Antonio Mohamed, defended him and expressed confidence that Vega will prove his worth when the 2026 World Cup arrives. The former Chivas player was booed by fans.
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Mohamed expressed full confidence that Vega will shine with the Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, despite the criticism the Toluca forward has faced in recent appearances for El Tri.
The Toluca manager admitted that Vega hasn’t been as decisive for Mexico as he is with the Diablos Rojos, but insisted that the 26-year-old has the talent and mentality to turn things around.
“If you analyze things objectively, out of the 20 players currently called up, very few are performing at their best level,” Mohamed told TUDN. “There’s a lot of pressure around the national team right now. Vega isn’t being as decisive as he is at Toluca – that’s the reality – but I’m sure that once he clears his mind and feels fresh heading into the World Cup, he’ll have an incredible tournament. I’m certain of it, no doubt at all.”
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The Argentine coach also shared his belief that Mexico will perform well at the 2026 World Cup, especially given that several of their matches will be played at home.
“Mexico will have a great World Cup, you’ll see,” Mohamed added. “Because of the context, the atmosphere, and the fact that they’ll play at home – at the Estadio Azteca in front of their people – I’m convinced they’ll dominate and win those games.”
Getty Images SportIn contrast to Liga MX play
During the current Liga MX season, Vega has contributed three goals and eight assists in just 10 matches for Toluca – numbers that highlight his influence at club level. However, he hasn’t been able to replicate that form with the national team, scoring only once in 14 appearances for El Tri in 2025.
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The Mexican National Team will return on Nov. 15 against Uruguay in Torreón, before facing Paraguay on Nov. 18 at the Alamodome.