The Top 10 Mexican Soccer Players of All Time

Mexico has a long and rich history of producing world-class soccer players. From Hugo Sánchez to Rafael Márquez, Cuauhtémoc Blanco to Jorge Campos, the country has produced some of the most talented and decorated footballers in the game.

In this article, we will take a look at the fantastic soccer careers of several Mexican players. These players are all considered to be among the greatest to ever play the game, and they have all made significant contributions to the sport in Mexico and around the world.

Who made our top 10 list? And who did we crown as Mexico's best soccer player of all time? 

Let's find out! 

The Best Mexican Soccer Players Ever

1. Hugo Sánchez

Hugo Sánchez is widely considered to be the greatest Mexican soccer player of all time. He was a prolific goalscorer who played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe, including Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid. He won numerous individual awards, including the Ballon d'Or in 1986.

2. Rafael Márquez

Rafael Márquez is another all-time great Mexican player. He was a versatile defender who could play anywhere in the back line. He played for Barcelona, Manchester United, and other top European clubs. He also captained the Mexican national team for many years.

3. Cuauhtémoc Blanco

Cuauhtémoc Blanco is a legendary Mexican player who was known for his creativity and flair on the ball. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and the United States, and he also had a brief spell with Real Valladolid in Spain. He was a key member of the Mexican national team that reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 1998.

4. Jorge Campos

Jorge Campos

​Jorge Campos is another iconic Mexican player who was known for his flamboyant style of play. He was a goalkeeper who could also play as a striker, and he was known for his acrobatic saves and his ability to score goals from long range. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and the United States, and he also represented Mexico at the World Cup on three occasions. He's arguably the best goalkeeper from Mexico.

5. Antonio Carbajal

Antonio Carbajal

​Carbajal was a goalkeeper in the early days of Mexican soccer. Nicknamed "El Cinco Copas" because of his 5 World Cup appearances, Carbajal only gave up 25 goals in 11 World Cup matches from 1950 to 1966. 

6. Horacio Casarín

Horacio Casarín

​Casarín began his professional career at the age of 17 in 1936. He was a versatile player who could play anywhere in the attack, and he was known for his creativity and flair. Between his amateur and professional career, Casarín scored 236 goals, including 15 for the Mexican national team. 

7. Luis Hernández

Luis Hernández

Hernández was a prolific goal scorer for Mexico in the 1990s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and Europe and scored 35 goals for the Mexican national team, the 4th most all time. 

8. Luis García

Luis García

​García was a creative midfielder who played for Mexico in the 1990s and 2000s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and Spain, and he was a key member of the Mexican national team that reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 1998.

9. Jared Borgetti

Jared Borgetti

Borgetti was a prolific goalscorer for Mexico in the 1990s and 2000s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and the United States, and he scored 46 goals for the Mexican national team.

10. Javier Hernández

Javier Hernández

Hernández is the all-time leading goal scorer for the Mexican national team, with 52 goals.

He began his career with Chivas de Guadalajara in Mexico, where he won the Liga MX title in 2006. He then moved to Manchester United in England, where he won the Premier League title in 2010-11. He also played for Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, West Ham United, and Sevilla.

Hernández has represented Mexico at the FIFA World Cup on three occasions, in 2010, 2014, and 2018. He was a key member of the Mexican team that reached the round of 16 in 2010.

Honorable Mention

Manuel Negrete

Manuel Negrete was a prolific goalscorer for Mexico in the 1980s and 1990s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and Europe, and he scored over 50 goals for the Mexican national team. He was a key member of the Mexican national team that won the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 1993.

Pável Pardo

Pável Pardo was a versatile midfielder who played for Mexico in the 1990s and 2000s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and Germany, and he was a key member of the Mexican national team that reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 1998. He was also the captain of the Mexican national team from 2003 to 2006.

Efrain Flores

​Efrain Flores was a creative midfielder who played for Mexico in the 1990s and 2000s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and Spain, and he was a key member of the Mexican national team that reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 1998.

Alberto García Aspe

Alberto García Aspe was a creative midfielder who played for Mexico in the 1990s and 2000s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and Spain, and he was the captain of the Mexican national team from 1999 to 2002.

Dagoberto Cuéllar

​Dagoberto Cuéllar was a versatile midfielder who played for Mexico in the 1990s and 2000s. He played for a number of clubs in Mexico and Europe, and he was a key member of the Mexican national team that reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 1998.

Final Thoughts

​These are just a few of the many great Mexican soccer players who have graced the game over the years. They have all made a significant impact on the sport, and they continue to inspire young players in Mexico and around the world. As the game continue to grow and evolve, I'm sure this list will continue to change as well. 

For football/soccer book recommendations, check out the Soccer page on our site. One of our favorite books, Golazo, doesn't talk about Mexican soccer per se but is focused on nearby Latin America.