Raúl Rangel makes history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup | OneFootball

Raúl Rangel keeps building an ever greater legacy with the Mexican National Team. After El Tri’s victory over the Czech Republic and another clean sheet, the Guadalajara goalkeeper officially entered the FIFA World Cup history books by matching a record previously achieved by only one other Rojiblanca legend.

“Tala” finished the group stage of the 2026 World Cup without conceding a goal, matching what the great Ignacio “Cuate” Calderón accomplished at Mexico 1970. The coincidence is extraordinary, as both goalkeepers did it in tournaments held on home soil.

This achievement highlights the Rojiblanca Youth Academy, which proudly developed both goalkeepers, reaffirming Chivas’ tradition of being a key pillar in defining moments for El Tri.

Rangel’s performance once again lived up to the occasion. Confident coming off his line, precise with the ball at his feet, and alert when called upon, the Rojiblanco goalkeeper inspired confidence throughout the match to preserve the clean sheet for the third straight time in the World Cup.

Beyond the historic feat, his recent numbers reflect the extraordinary level the Rojiblanco academy product is currently reaching. In 10 of his last 12 matches with the Mexican National Team, he has kept a clean sheet—an 83.3 percent success rate that has made him one of the national team’s main strengths.

The overall numbers are also impressive. Rangel has played 19 matches guarding Mexico’s goal, and in 12 of them he finished without conceding, meaning he has kept a clean sheet in more than 63 percent of his appearances with El Tri.

And the story can still grow. With three straight clean sheets, “Tala” has already matched Mexico’s best World Cup mark; in his next match, he will have the chance to become the sole holder of the record and continue establishing himself as one of the current leading figures in Mexican soccer.

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