Edson Álvarez, El precio de crecer | La Selección en Tus Manos - Capítulo 9

Edson Álvarez is one of the most important Mexican footballers in the world today, but his story began far from the spotlight. In this episode of "The National Team in Your Hands," the Mexican National Team midfielder recalls how he was rejected by Pachuca at the age of 14, an experience that marked him and even led him to consider quitting football. The player known as "Machín" shares the sacrifices he and his family made to pursue his dream. From the long commutes on public transportation to train in Coapa to his rapid rise through the América youth ranks, where he began to demonstrate the character and discipline that distinguish him to this day. Edson also remembers the most difficult moments of his career: the pressure of playing for América, the mistakes that almost cost him his starting position, and the pep talk from Miguel Herrera that made him react when he felt he was losing his way. Those experiences ended up becoming the impetus he needed to reach his full potential. The documentary also traces his move to Europe, his time at Ajax, the personal challenges he faced away from Mexico, his rise in the Premier League, and later in Turkish football, where he continued to demonstrate why he is one of the leading figures in Mexican football. Now captain and leader of the Mexican National Team, Edson Álvarez acknowledges that the 2026 World Cup represents a unique opportunity for a generation that dreams of achieving great things in front of their home crowd. The goal is clear: to create a World Cup that will forever be etched in the memory of Mexican fans. Should Edson Álvarez be Mexico's captain at the 2026 World Cup? Let us know in the comments. Don't miss "The National Team in Your Hands," the Claro Sports documentary series that tells the stories of the footballers looking to make history at the 2026 World Cup. #EdsonAlvarez #MexicanNationalTeam #TheNationalTeamInYourHands #WorldCup2026 #Mexico #Fenerbahce #Ajax #WestHam #ClaroSports