Without a doubt, October 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most special months of Gilberto Mora’s life. Lionel Messi selected him to be part of Messi +10, a global Adidas campaign bringing together ten rising soccer talents from around the world and placing the Mexican midfielder among the young prospects chosen by the Argentine champion.

The honor came with a very special gift: a pair of Adidas F50 cleats from the “Fútbol y Familia” edition, featuring a combination of pink, white, and black. The shoes also feature Messi’s official logo on the tongue, making them even more meaningful for the young soccer star.

Excited to have been selected, the Tijuana Xolos player took to Instagram to thank Messi and Adidas for the opportunity and share what the moment means to him.

What did he say?

“An honor to be part of Messi +10. Thank you @leomessi and @adidasfootball for choosing me. Wearing your cleats will be a dream come true.”

A new opportunity for Gilberto Mora

Beyond this recognition, which already marks an important achievement in his career, Gilberto Mora turned 18 on October 14, opening the door to new possibilities for his professional future. Among them is a potential move to European soccer, a prospect that has his fans excited about what could come next.

Could Europe be the next big step in the Mexican star’s career?