Veteran Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa has announced his retirement from football after a professional career spanning 23 years, ending his playing days as the first goalkeeper in history to appear at six FIFA World Cups. The 41-year-old's farewell came following Mexico's exit from the 2026 World Cup — co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada — where the national side reached the round of 16 before losing 3–2 to England. In an emotional farewell message posted on X, Ochoa wrote: "I carry with me the love of millions and the peace of mind of knowing I gave everything for Mexico — what we lived through, no one can take from us."