- Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora delivered a superb performance in his country's 2-0 victory over Ecuador in the World Cup round of 32.
- Mora became the second-youngest player ever to start a World Cup knockout match, featuring against Ecuador at 17 years and 259 days old, making him 20 days older than Pelé was in 1958.
- He also holds the record as Mexico's youngest-ever men's World Cup player, having debuted at 17 years and 240 days against South Africa, surpassing a 96-year-old record.
- Regarded as Mexico's most promising emerging talent, Mora plays his club football for Liga MX side Tijuana.
- Despite having only one assist in his previous five appearances, manager Javier Aguirre's decision to start Mora against Ecuador was vindicated by his impactful play, including two early shots on goal.
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