Hirving Lozano and Raul Jimenez headline the first starting lineup for Mexico coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino, but the coach also has handed an El Tri debut to Monterrey midfielder Carlos Rodriguez.
The Argentine manager is making his Mexico debut in a friendly match against Chile. In his first-ever lineup, he's opted to deploy an experienced side with eight World Cup veterans included in the side.
Rodriguez has had a breakout tournament with Diego Alonso's Monterrey side, catching Martino's eye and earning his first-ever call-up. The good work has continued in training, with Rodriguez set to make his Mexico debut from the opening whistle Friday.