
Expectations are sky high for Gilberto Mora. “You can put this kid with the Champions League champions tomorrow and he’d play,” remarked Rafaela Pimenta, the 17-year-old’s agent.
The precocious forward has risen to prominence at the Under-20 FIFA World Cup, managing three goals and two assists for Mexico at the tournament prior to their quarterfinal exit. Club Tijuana, his club side in his homeland, are already well aware of his promise, witnessing their wonderkid fire in five goals from 11 appearances this season.