4 Edson Álvarez
Edson Álvarez, 1997-10-24, Midfielder for Mexico, plays for West Ham United. 65 international caps, 3 goals. Part of Mexico's 2026 World Cup Group A squad.
Biography
West Ham United midfielder and Mexico's midfield anchor. Currently plying his trade at West Ham United, an industrious midfielder, Edson Álvarez excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Mexico. Has earned 65 international caps, scoring 3 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 17 previous tournament appearances.
Career Timeline
Edson Omar Álvarez Velázquez (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈedson ˈalβaɾes]; born 24 October 1997) is a Mexican professional footballer who plays either as a defensive midfielder or centre-back for Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe, on loan from Premier League club West Ham United, and captains the Mexico national team.