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Lionel Messi has bid farewell to the Argentine National Team and is now in search of the next promise of international soccer, predicting that Gilberto Mora will be one of the 10 best players in the world.
In a recent commercial for the sports brand Adidas, Messi put the 17-year-old Mexican player on his radar, who is one of the youngest making history with the Mexican National Team and in Liga MX with his stellar participation for Xolos de Tijuana.
The Mexican appears in the ad alongside other international talents looking to break through into the elite level of soccer, a recognition that places the Xolos player among the prominent names of the new generation.
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What did Lionel Messi say about Morita?
In the commercial, the Argentine star writes down the names of the footballers in a dynamic that revolves around the number 10, an iconic figure in his career and the number he wore on his jersey for two decades.
The campaign presents the young people as protagonists of a new stage of soccer and uses a narrative about how their stories could transform the future of this sport.
“Anyone can tell a story, but a great story requires the hand of a master. Some doubted he could write classic gold, but with a stroke of a pen, new characters are born. Ten chapters that rewrite the future of the game, this is a story that is just beginning,” the advertising campaign notes.
The footballer's selection includes Gilberto Mora and other youth stars who are writing their own history in various parts of the world, both in their women's and men's teams:
- Tomás Aranda, 19 años, Argentina
- Can Uzun, 20 años, Turquía
- Gilberto Mora, 17 años, México
- Max Dowman, 16 años, Canadá
- Zavier Gozo, 19 años, Estados Unidos
- Jesús Rodríguez, 20 años, España
- Kees Smit, 20 años, Países Bajos
- Chloe Sarwie, 17 años, Reino Unido
- Giovanna Waksman, 17 años, Brasil
- Lotta Wrede, 18 años, Alemania
Gilberto Mora, the Mexican prospect gaining international recognition
Gilberto Mora has become one of the most eye-catching names in Mexican soccer thanks to his performances with Xolos de Tijuana and his participation with the Mexican National Team in recent matches and during the 2026 World Cup.
At just 17 years old, the midfielder has raised expectations due to his technical ability and presence on high-level stages, while he continues his professional development.
The youngster has also been under the spotlight for his participation with Mexico in the World Cup. His growth marks him as one of the young players to watch, although his evolution will depend on his performance, consistency, and opportunities in the coming years.
Mora will turn 18 on October 14, 2026, a relevant date for his professional future, as he will be able to be one of the players transferred to elite teams in Europe, given that he will reach the age of majority.
It is worth noting that Morita, according to specialized European media, has been on the radar of teams such as Arsenal, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, Borussia Dortmund, and Manchester United for months.
[Publicidad]