Viral video raises doubts about Gilberto Mora’s childhood past
Gilberto Mora has become the most talked about Mexican soccer player during the 2026 World Cup. But not only because of his presence on the field. A video of his childhood, when he was between 8 and 9 years old, went viral on social networks and generated confusion among fans.
In the images you can see the Xolos de Tijuana youth player playing with a white Cruz Azul shirt. Some Internet users interpreted that the 17-year-old young man was active in the basic forces of the current Liga MX champion. However, that did not happen.
The use of that uniform was typical of a children’s category, where children usually play in schools affiliated with clubs. But it was not an official match for the celestial team. It was a training meeting.
What does stand out in the material is Mora’s innate talent: clean receptions, ball control and unusual dribbles for a child of that age. His ability was already evident before reaching the Tijuana youth teams.
The story of the young tricolor continues adding chapters in a tournament that has put him in the spotlight. The video, beyond the confusion, confirms that its quality is no coincidence.
