Background on Julián Quiñones
Julián Quiñones, a Colombian-born striker who has been naturalized as Mexican, is set to make his return to the Mexico National Team. His last appearance with the team was in June during the Copa América quarterfinals. Quiñones, now playing for Al Qadsiah in Saudi Arabia, brings valuable experience and goal-scoring ability to the squad as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Squad Announcement Details
The Mexico National Team announced its roster for upcoming friendly matches against Colombia and Ecuador, scheduled to take place before the 2026 World Cup. The squad includes a mix of established players and promising young talents, all eager to impress head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino and secure their place in the tournament.
Defenders
- Mateo Chávez (AZ Alkmaar, Netherlands)
- Ramón Juárez
- Israel Reyes
- Kevin Álvarez (América)
- Jorge Sánchez (Cruz Azul)
- César Montes (Lokomotiv, Russia)
- Johan Vásquez (Genoa, Italy)
- Jesús Gallardo (Toluca)
Midfielders
- Orbelín Pineda (AEK Atenas, Greece)
- Alexis Gutiérrez (América)
- Erick Sánchez (América)
- Erik Lira (Cruz Azul)
- Carlos Rodríguez (Cruz Azul)
- Luis Romo (Guadalajara)
- Diego Lainez (Tigres UANL)
- Marcel Ruiz (Toluca)
Forwards
- Santiago Giménez (Milan, Italy)
- Julián Quiñones (Al Qadsiah, Saudi Arabia)
- Germán Berterame (Monterrey)
- César Huerta (Anderlecht, Belgium)
- Hirving Lozano (San Diego, EU)
- Alexis Vega (Toluca)
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Julián Quiñones? Julián Quiñones is a Colombian-born striker who has been naturalized as Mexican. He currently plays for Al Qadsiah in Saudi Arabia.
- Why is his return significant? Quiñones’ return adds experience and goal-scoring ability to the Mexico National Team as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Who else is in the squad? The squad includes a mix of established players and young talents, with notable defenders like Mateo Chávez and César Montes, midfielders such as Orbelín Pineda and Diego Lainez, and forwards including Hirving Lozano and Alexis Vega.
