Mexican Héctor Herreramidfield houston dynastyassured in an interview with EFE on Tuesday that he would like to “share El Tri again” Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez and Carlos Vera and emphasized that he really wanted to play the leading role 2026 World Cup exist Mexico.
Herrera, former national team player Atletico Madrid and port, are experiencing a great moment for Dynamo.Houston, which has a Mexican community of more than one million, welcomes him as a new icon and the club will play on September 27 US Open Cup final against him inter miami of Leo MessiConsidered the “best” player in the world by the Mexicans.
In a long chat with EFE, Herrera talks about his new life in Herrera Houstonhis dream of becoming a Mexican protagonist, his confidence that “Chicharito” will come back “stronger” after his cruciate injury, his friendship with Carlos Vela and Alan Pulidoas well as his life plans and thoughts on becoming a coach in the future.
Q: You just got back from camp in Mexico. What are your thoughts on the new project with Jaime Lozano on the bench?
answer: Now that I’m at the center, what I see is the atmosphere. People are eager to do well and change the latest results. People are happy with the new coach who is staying. As a Mexican, I think people loved him very much. I hope we can do things well and get to the World Cup as well as possible, which is ultimately the number one goal.
I hope we can do things well and get to the World Cup as well as possible, which is ultimately the number one goal.
Q: Mexico will host the World Cup together with the United States and Canada. Would you like to go there?
A: I’m excited to go into 2026, which will be a World Cup on our home court and when we play in the United States, we’ll look like locals as well. I live in the moment, one step at a time, and if I feel like I can help, I’m honored to be here.
Q: “Chicharito” is recovering from a cross injury, but he dreams of El Tri. Would you like to share a dressing room with him again?
A: Of course, I would like to share it again with Pulido of Chícharo, Vela, El Tri. It’s always a point of pride. For me, Vela is one of the best players in Mexican football, Chicharo is Mexico’s all-time leading scorer but he hasn’t been to Mexico in several years, and Allen is in MLS Performed very well in (MLS) as well. They are players who have a chance.
Chícharo, when he recovers, I have no doubt that he will come back better because I know him, he is ready, he takes care of himself. It will be a pride and joy to be able to share it with him in El Tri again.
Of course, I want to share it again with Chícharo, Vela, Pulido in Tri
Q: Dynamo are having a great season. What’s life like in Texas?
A: Very good, glad we are experiencing and enjoying the city. The first few months were a little difficult and I was a little frustrated when I saw we weren’t getting results. We are in the bottom two. This year we started the pre-season, I met my teammates, the new guys arrived, and the united team was noticeable on the court. We enjoyed it.
There were a lot of Mexicans, a lot of Latinos. For me, it’s a matter of pride to represent Mexico and to be Mexican. When I came with the team, people showed us their love and made us feel at home. We met many Mexicans who showed us their love. I am so grateful to everyone who has supported us.
Q: What are your internal feelings about Messi joining Major League Soccer?
A: The league has grown significantly, but the arrival of Messi, the best player in the world, is a huge turning point for the league. I think he’s going to be the best signing in league history. Messi has a chance to win the Ballon d’Or, but MLS players will win it too. This is important. I think the league has to take advantage of this and give them the growth they crave.
I think Messi will be the best signing in league history
Q: Dynamo reached the U.S. Open finals against Inter Miami and their goal is to make the playoffs. Do you think your team deserves the Double?
A: Now that the team has grown a lot, I think we have a good chance of making the playoffs and competing with any team. It would be great if we could play at home. We are locals, so the cost outside is a little higher. We must be fully prepared.
Q: You maintain a good fitness level. How has your training method changed over the years?
A: People tell me that “after thirty you start to notice more problems.” I don’t believe it, but the fact is that after thirty you need more time to recover. Personally, I don’t do any other sports besides football, I focus more on recovery.
Q: Do you think you will continue training in the future?
A: I want to be a coach, something related to football, but I want to enjoy the last few years of my football career, from now until I’m 40 (laughs). I want to enjoy, learn, and be ready for what’s next.