Lesotho Soccer World Cup 2010: The Buzz about Andres Guardado of Mexico

World Cup 2010 Comment: Mexico's Mystery Man Is Guardado

Why was the talented midfielder replaced?

When a 19-year-old Andres Guardado made his appearance in the game against Argentina in 2006 under then-Mexico manager Ricardo Lavolpe, supporters could see that he was going to go far with the national team. He had a drive that was different to his teammates’ on the field. His time on the field that day was hampered by an unfortunate injury. Through several managers, El Principito stayed in starting positions. But forward to Mexico’s command under Javier Aguirre, and a 23-year-old Guardado is having trouble breaking into the team. 

Guardado was given the rare start against Uruguay in the last group A game for Mexico and easily looked like he was the best player on the field for El Tri. He was making runs, taking shots, and generally looked threatening and ready to score. Guardado was then taken off unexpectedly for the second half and replaced by Pablo Barrera; a good choice for Mexico, but the change was confusing and hard to explain. Under Aguirre, Guardado’s participation has been just that. 

Many teams would love to have a player like Andres Guardado line up. But why isn’t Mexico using the player to the best of it’s advantage? Why isn’t this talent being used?

Source: Goal.com

Why is Andres being kept so Guardado?
That’s a big question that all Mexican supporters are asking themselves.

Why isn’t Andres Guardado being used? He’s arguably one of Mexico’s best players, yet under Aguirre he isn’t being used.

Guardado isn’t lazy. He isn’t slow. He doesn’t hinder the Mexican team. It’s all quite the opposite.

Is he a victim of Aguirre’s tactics? His favoritism?

Source: worldcupblog

Andres Guardado's profile is so impressive. I wonder why he is not being fielded by Mexicos's Aguirre. Why is the talented midfielder not being used to the teams advantage?