The naturalized Mexican forward would be used as a right winger, meaning the 'Vasco' sees him as competition for Roberto Alvarado. In this sense, everything indicates that 'Hormiga' González would secure a spot in the final squad, even as a second option on the attacking axis, above Santiago Giménez, who is returning from an injury. His goal-scoring ability and the excellent form he is showing in the Liga MX have made him a serious alternative, also boosted by the support of the fans and his recent performance. The decision responds to the need for offensive variants, especially in a tournament where demands and scenarios are constantly changing. The race for a spot in the Mexican national team's forward line for the 2026 World Cup is taking shape, and all signs point to Javier Aguirre having defined his stance in one of the most intense debates: choosing between Armando González and Germán Berterame. Will he take both? According to El Bolero de Mediotiempo, the 'Trino' strategist is inclined not to leave either out, but rather to include both players in the final World Cup squad. The main reason is that Germán Berterame would have a different role within Aguirre's system. In this context, the technical staff's intention is to leverage the qualities of each attacker in different tactical roles. In a scenario where internal competition is fierce and the margin for error is minimal, the coach seems to be betting on a balance between youth, goal-scoring ability, and tactical variants. Thus, far from being a controversial choice between one or the other, everything points to the 'Vasco' opting to add both options to his offensive arsenal, making it clear that in the final stretch towards the 2026 World Cup, it's not just about who is in better form, but who can provide solutions in different in-game scenarios.
