Luis Ángel Malagón confesses fear of never walking again after injury

Club América goalkeeper Luis Ángel Malagón has opened up about the most challenging period of his career, which began in early 2026. A ruptured Achilles tendon forced the goalkeeper to miss the 2026 World Cup with Mexico and sidelined him for the remainder of the season, leaving him with deep personal fears about his future.

In an interview, Malagón confessed that the uncertainty of his recovery was overwhelming. "I was scared that I wouldn't even be able to walk again. Today, I am happy and grateful to be back in this environment, feeling the team's energy and continuing to aspire to win another title with this club," the goalkeeper stated.

The Mexican player credited his family, especially the birth of his daughter, as the primary source of support that helped him find "the light at the end of the tunnel." He noted that the love and presence of his child helped him overcome the sadness and uncertainty that defined those difficult months of rehabilitation.

Malagón also expressed gratitude toward the club staff and his teammates, including Uriel, Alejandro Zendejas, and Henry Martín, for their constant support throughout his recovery process. Now 29, the keeper is nearing his return to the first team.

After weeks of playing minutes with the América U-21 side and featuring on the bench for Guillermo Almada’s squad, Malagón is looking ahead. During the current FIFA window, he has been included in the squad for friendly matches against Cruz Azul and Chivas, marking a potential return to top-flight action after over four months on the sidelines.