Despite his explosive goal-scoring in Liga MX and his connection with the fans, the young Chivas forward does not have a guaranteed spot in the final roster of the Mexican National Team. Aguirre sees him as a fourth forward. According to an analysis by Record journalist Carlos Ponce de León, the situation of the Guadalajara striker is more complicated than it seems. While 'The Ant' has stood out as the tournament's top scorer, his performance with the Tricolor still raises doubts, especially after failing to convert a clear chance in the recent match against Portugal, a play that could have changed the perception of his ability in decisive moments. Ponce de León himself was firm in stating that Armando González 'is a solution for his club, but not for the national team, not yet,' making it clear that the international demand is different and that the margin for error is considerably reduced when competing for a World Cup ticket. Furthermore, the competition in the forward line is fierce. Raúl Jiménez is the starting striker, Santiago Giménez is the second, and for now, Germán Berterame is still considered by the coach as the third forward. Reports even indicate that González could be relegated to a secondary option within the scheme, which increases the pressure with every opportunity he gets. Despite his goal-scoring instinct and the backing of the stands, the path to the World Cup is not defined solely by statistics. The ability to perform in high-demand scenarios, effectiveness in front of goal, and the coach's confidence will be decisive factors. Thus, 'The Ant's' story is at a critical point: from a promising talent to a footballer fighting against the current to not miss out on the biggest event in football. The excitement surrounding Armando González heading to the 2026 World Cup is beginning to waver. The talent is there, but the margin for error has been reduced to the minimum.
