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news El Financiero 2026-06-16

How snacks convinced footballer Alexis Vega to pursue his professional career

Before becoming a star, Alexis Vega nearly quit football until local snacks and treats were used to motivate him to train.


Antes de convertirse en figura del Toluca y de la Selección Mexicana, Alexis Vega estuvo cerca de no asistir a la prueba que cambió su destino en el futbol. <p>Unas mantecadas, un Danup, unas galletas y una ‘Coca’ terminaron por abrirle la puerta del futbol profesional a <b>Alexis Vega</b>, <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/deportes/mundial-2026/2026/05/31/seleccion-mexicana-lista-de-convocados-definitiva-quienes-son-los-26-jugadores/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.e...

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