Armando León departs NK Osijek for Mexican National Team duty

Mexican striker Armando León is departing his club, NK Osijek, to join the Mexican National Team for upcoming Concacaf Nations League matches. His first call-up by manager Rafa Márquez follows a period of strong performance in the Croatian First Division.

NK Osijek celebrated León's departure with a themed farewell featuring Mexican music, tacos, and flags. Despite the celebration, León's club faced a setback in their recent match, losing 1-0 to Hajduk Split due to an 89th-minute goal by Carlos Martín. The defeat leaves NK Osijek in third place with 20 points, while Hajduk Split moves to the top of the league with 29 points.

León will join the national team concentration in Riviera Maya to prepare for quarterfinal matchups against Jamaica. The first leg is scheduled for November 14 at the National Stadium in Kingston, followed by the second leg on November 17.