Javier Aguirre Sets Mexico’s Round‑of‑16 Lineup, Weighs Vázquez Return and Montes vs Álvarez

After topping Group A, Mexico coach Javier Aguirre is fine‑tuning his squad for the Round of 16. He plans to reinstate centre‑back Johan Vázquez, who missed the final group game but impressed throughout the tournament.

Aguirre is also weighing a partnership between César Montes and Edson Álvarez to solidify the back line. The opponent remains undecided, with Ecuador or Scotland likely to await Mexico in the next round.