Jorge Sanchez speaks out after Mexico's defeat to Chile
Mexico defender Jorge Sanchez believes recent struggles will help the team improve as they navigate a difficult start under Rafael Marquez.
Atlas defender Jorge Sanchez has addressed the media following Mexico's 0-2 defeat to Chile. The loss marks another setback for 'El Tri' in their transition under new head coach Rafael Marquez.
Sanchez maintains a positive outlook, suggesting that these difficult moments are necessary for the team's growth. He believes the current challenges provide a valuable reality check, allowing the squad to identify and correct mistakes before more critical matches arrive. The defender emphasized that players must now focus on their club performances to ensure they remain in contention for future national team call-ups.
Sometimes it is good for these types of things to happen to you so you realize what you are not doing well, so you have to look at it that way. We have to work, now it remains for each of us to return to our clubs and do things well. Jorge Sanchez
The start of the Rafael Marquez era has been statistically challenging. In four matches, the coaching staff has recorded two draws and two losses, with only two goals scored and seven conceded. This represents one of the worst starts for the national team in nearly 60 years.
Sanchez urged his teammates to mentally reset and turn the page after a difficult FIFA window. The Mexican squad will have to wait until mid-November to seek their first victory of this new project.