Monterrey crowds: Gilberto Mora draws fans after Tijuana arrival

Fans in Monterrey turned out on Friday to see Gilberto Mora after Xolos de Tijuana arrived in the city for this weekend's league match. The crowd gathered near the team as players returned from an afternoon training session. Mora, a Chiapas-born attacking midfielder, drew the attention of those who came to see the team.

The gathering included cheers, shouts and requests for photographs and autographs. Mora, known as Gil, is 18 years old and recently returned from a physical ailment. He has played for Xolos de Tijuana and appeared for Mexico's national team setup.

Fans assembled in Monterrey as Xolos de Tijuana prepared for a league fixture scheduled for this weekend. The club is based in Tijuana and traveled to the northern city for the match. Mora has been with the club's first team and has drawn attention from supporters across the league.

Mora signed with Xolos de Tijuana's first team in 2024 at age 16. He scored in his debut for the club and later appeared for Mexico at the 2025 Gold Cup. He scored twice in that tournament, including in the final against the United States.

After the Gold Cup, Mora moved to Club Tijuana's rival setup.. [CORRECTION: source does not state transfer details]

The crowd in Monterrey followed Mora as he moved through the area. Fans called out to him and took pictures. Xolos de Tijuana's match is scheduled for this weekend in Monterrey.