The story of Diego Arriaga, the young América striker
Diego Arriaga, a young América striker, has scored his first official goal with Mexico in the 2026 World Cup. His story is an example of perseverance and dedication.
Arriaga was born in the Gustavo A. Madero municipality and since he was a child, he has developed a special affection for the blue-and-crema team. His father, Bernabé Arriaga, was detained in November 2025 along with two other people, after authorities in the State of Mexico linked him to the theft of a truck carrying Nike sports apparel.
Arriaga began his training at the Nido Águila Valle Dorado school, located in Tlalnepantla, State of Mexico. There, he quickly began to stand out in various tournaments. One of his first major achievements arrived in 2014, when he was just 10 years old and participated in and won the Querétaro Cup.
The controversy surrounding his father and the support on a special night
The moment had a special meaning for Arriaga, who after scoring looked for his relatives in the stands to dedicate the goal to them. The celebration was also marked by the story of his father, Bernabé Arriaga.
The current situation of Mexico in the 2026 World Cup
Mexico is currently in first place in the World Cup 2026 classification, with 9 points and a streak of 4 consecutive victories. Their next match will be against Colombia on September 26, 2026.
Diego Arriaga's vision for the future
Arriaga has expressed his desire to continue working hard and to continue being an important player for Mexico in the 2026 World Cup.
