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Ochoa explains decision to commit to Mexico over USMNT

The Real Salt Lake goalkeeper says he'll commit his international future to El Tri while opening up on his battle with depression

Real Salt Lake goalkeeper David Ochoa has committed to Mexico after previously representing the U.S. men's national team.

Ochoa was in the USMNT's Nations League squad for this summer's triumph over El Tri, but will now make the switch over to Mexico after shining for the U.S. throughout the youth levels.

The 20-year-old goalkeeper explained his decision in a piece for the Players' Tribune, where he detailed his complicated Mexican-American upbringing, his battles with depression and why he has ultimately opted to play for El Tri going forward.