Armando Gonzalez reflects on his playing time at the 2026 World Cup
Mexican forward Armando Gonzalez expressed gratitude toward Javier Aguirre for his World Cup call-up despite limited minutes.
Forward Armando Gonzalez, who recently joined Greek side Olympiacos, has opened up about his participation in the 2026 World Cup. Although he played only 14 minutes total under Javier Aguirre during the tournament, the player maintains a positive perspective on the experience.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to go to the World Cup, because I have ten or eight matches for the national team, when had you seen someone like that go to the World Cup? I have nothing but words of gratitude for Aguirre for having given me the opportunity. Armando Gonzalez
Gonzalez noted that the period following the World Cup was a whirlwind, as he transitioned rapidly from national team duties to his new life in European football. Beyond his international experience, the forward addressed criticism regarding his decision to leave Liga MX for the Greek league.
The Mexican striker emphasized that he is unfazed by external opinions concerning the level of his new club. Instead, he highlighted the commitment shown by Olympiacos during the recruitment process as a key factor in his decision. Gonzalez is now focused on his debut and proving his worth on the pitch to justify the club's trust.