Javier Aguirre continues to oil the pieces of El Tri before the 2026 World Cup. "El Vasco" is trying to expand the universe of Mexican soccer players eligible for the call-ups. In the recent microcycle I have called Diego Lainez. "Factor" wants to earn a place among the "sacred cows."

The UANL Tigres player is once again experiencing international exposure. Diego Lainez reported to the High Performance Center (CAR) to show that there are still flashes of talent in his boots.

"For every Mexican soccer player, their greatest dream is to be with their national team, especially in this type of setting. But to do that, you have to work hard and give your best every day, which is what will bring us all closer to being there. The truth is, we came here to give it our all. To further understand the professor's idea, taking advantage of the fact that several Liga players are here during the micro cycle, we want to enhance the professor's idea and, well, try to earn a spot," said Diego Lainez in the mixed zone.

Diego Lainez has earned his call-up to the training camps. The Tigres de la UNAM forward have gotten off to a good start in their new campaign with the club. "Factor" is happy with his role in Guido Rodriguez's team.

"This season I've performed very well, in the position I like the most, which is in the team's offense. It's the position where I feel most comfortable," he revealed.

So far in the 2025 Apertura and the Leagues Cup, Diego Lainez has played 8 games (652 minutes on the field). During that time, "Factor" has scored 2 goals and provided 3 assists. Lainez has been an influential player in attack.

Diego Lainez in El Tri

Diego Lainez hasn't seen any minutes with the Mexican national team since November 2024. However, "Factor" is very close to returning to continue improving his numbers for the national team. Diego Lainez has played 29 matches with El Tri, in which he has scored three goals and provided three assists.