Andrés Sánchez stands out as the San Luis shot-stopper who sparked attention in the Liguilla against America.
When opportunity calls, it calls. Andrés Sánchez became a notable presence between the posts for Atlético de San Luis as the season pressed on. Although his team fell short of advancing to the semi-finals, the young goalkeeper emerged as a revelation during Diego Cocca’s tenure, earning recognition from multiple media outlets for his performances in the Mexican league.
Getty Images
The circumstances aligned for Sánchez to cement his hold on the San Luis goal during the closing stages of the campaign. With Marcelo Barovero ending his contract and David Ochoa ruled out for disciplinary reasons, the club leaned on its third-choice keeper who rose to the occasion and delivered top-level performances when it mattered most.
Across the Clausura 2023 series against America, the 25-year-old, standing 1.92 meters tall and hailing from Ciudad Juárez, racked up 19 saves. He stopped 9 attempts in the first leg and added 10 more at the Azteca, showing poise beyond his years. His momentum suggested he could push toward a place in the national team setup, perhaps even challenging for a spot alongside Carlos Acevedo at El Tri if the veteran keeper hit a rough patch.
In the later phase of the season, Sánchez made his Clausura 2023 debut on matchday 14 against Pumas, a game the Potros last saw slip away 3-1. His subsequent response in the rematch, paired with a strong showing against León, built confidence and reinforced his status as a dependable option for the San Luis coaching staff. When the chance came to face America again, Sánchez delivered a performance that underscored his growing impact at the club and his potential to become a regular feature for the squad.
Ultimately, the trajectory of Andrés Sánchez will depend on the decisions of the coaching staff and his continued development. Still, his rise during the Apertura 2023 season marked him as a goalkeeper to monitor for fans of Mexican football, as well as for scouts and analysts across North America who follow the Liga MX closely.
Which team will win the Clausura 2023 Liga MX?
- Monterrey
- America
- Chivas
- Toluca
- Tigres
- Other
12251 to vote
Thank you for voting
The results will appear shortly.
Which team will win the Clausura 2023 Liga MX?
- 19%Monterrey
- 35%America
- 24%Chivas
- 3%Toluca
- 12%Tigres
- 7%Other
12251 to vote
Citation: Goal