""Half of the team that won two titles, with whom you forged a family bond and a commitment, and who lifted a trophy today, are not with you. It's by no means an excuse because other Mexicans are emerging in the same positions and they will try.""
""It's true that of these 12 injured players, two or three are definitely out, not because of me, but due to medical reasons, but there could be good news for the others.""
""Are there any absences? Yes, there are, we'll miss them, that's true, but we can't depend on anyone. We haven't done so far. Therefore, if Juan isn't available, Pedro will come in.""
""Malagón's injury opened the door for the return of 40-year-old veteran Guillermo Ochoa, who was called up to the team for the first time since the Gold Cup, where he was a substitute throughout the tournament.""
Javier Aguirre emphasizes the importance of focusing on available players as Mexico prepares for two warmup matches against Portugal and Belgium. The team is missing 12 regular call-ups, including captain Edson Álvarez and key starters. The match against Portugal marks the reopening of the Azteca Stadium after renovations. Aguirre acknowledges the absence of several players from the successful Nations League and Gold Cup teams but insists that emerging players will step up. Injuries have also led to the return of veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa.
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