Carlos Acevedo grew up in Santos Laguna, left, returned and paved his path, becoming the club’s new icon at 24.
His story sheds light on two wider phenomena: Mexican goalkeepers’ uncertain present and Santos Laguna’s unique approach to youngsters. An interview with him and the club’s president, Dante Elizalde.
Antonio Valencia: Queretaro's train to success
Queretaro turned world-famous a few years back after signing Ronaldinho. But now, the club chose maturity over the show and made ex-Manchester United the Ecuadorian international, Antonio Valencia, their train for success.
México's talent pool second chance
México is oozing with football talents, but many players don’t get enough chances to thrive due to problematic infrastructure. Meir Lozowick marks the problems, the exceptions and a few solutions that can help this unique football country fulfil its potential.
Mauricio Cuevas: Baba Scouted
Early in his career, Mauricio Cuevas has already left a mark on football in Los Angeles. The young Galaxy’s prodigy is eligible for the United States and Mexico, and Juan Gafas is excited to see where this kid will end up.
La Garra Charrúa in Mexico
Liga MX loves Latin American players. After Ecuadorians, Colombians and Argentines, now the trend is Uruguayans. Meir Lozowick, on the phenomena that might benefit the Mexican national team as well.