Álvaro Fidalgo's call-up generated endless criticism from the moment it was announced, and his debut with the Mexican team did more than ignite controversy. Although some fans highlighted his technical quality and vision in midfield, several authoritative voices in national football were not convinced by his performance in recent friendlies. One of the most pointed criticisms came from Jared Borgetti, the historic scorer for the Tricolor, who did not hesitate to express his dissatisfaction after seeing the midfielder in action. What did he say? The former forward was direct in asserting that the naturalized player 'does not make a difference,' a statement that quickly sparked a debate after his first appearances with the Mexican squad. The former player's words were not isolated, as he also questioned all the media hype surrounding the call-up of the player who came from Spanish football. For Borgetti, beyond the expectations generated, his performance on the field did not justify the enthusiasm that had been built around his addition to the team led by Javier Aguirre. 'As for Álvaro Fidalgo, well, if you've called him up and so much has been said about Fidalgo's call-up... I don't like it, but he'll be there. While the technical staff continues to evaluate options, criticisms like Borgetti's reflect the demand that exists around any player who wears the national jersey. For now, Fidalgo will have to deliver on the pitch if he wants to silence his detractors and secure his place in the final squad heading to the World Cup.
