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Lozano, Jimenez, Araujo headline Mexico roster for October friendlies, Dos Santos dropped

Ricardo "Tuca" Ferretti continues to build toward 2022, calling in a young roster for Mexico's upcoming friendly matches against Costa Rica and Chile.

The roster is led by standout attacker Hirving Lozano of PSV, with Wolves forward Raul Jimenez and Celta defender Nestor Araujo among seven Europe-based players who are part of the call-up. Players who were regulars during the previous cycle including midfielder Hector Herrera, defender Miguel Layun and center back Hector Moreno are left out for the second consecutive call as interim manager Ferretti gives opportunities to younger players.

Other players with World Cup experience who were on the September roster for defeats to Uruguay and the U.