The biggest surprise in Javier Aguirre's recent call-up for the CONCACAF Hexagonal match against rivals the United States was the inclusion of Nery Castillo. The Shaktar Donesek striker has yet to play a league game this season and will most likely not be match fit. So why does Aguirre continue to include Nery in the Tricolor roster?
There is obviously strong influences within the FMF to have the controversial striker in the national team. Nery's participation with the Tricolor is the only thing keeping him in the spotlight. Two years ago Castillo exploded into the scene with a magnificent participation at the 2007 Copa America. His goal against Brazil in Mexico's opening game is nothing but Epic.
Still, it has been a downhill ride for Castillo ever since he made the switch from Olympiakos to Shaktar. Life in Ukrain has been harsh for Nery who little by little has begun losing his joy for the game. Nery continues to be a valuable asset for the Tricolor but unless he can find regular playing time he will soon run out of valid reasons to be part of the national team.
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