Wed Mar 19 23:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Selecta Begins New Era Under Bolillo Gómez with Houston Dynamo Friendly
**HOUSTON, TX –** El Salvador’s national team, La Selecta, kicks off a new chapter under Colombian coach Hernán Darío “Bolillo” Gómez today with a friendly match against MLS side Houston Dynamo. The game, taking place at Shell Energy Stadium, marks the debut of Gómez, who takes over a team aiming for World Cup qualification.
La Selecta arrived in Houston on Monday and will face a Dynamo team currently struggling in the league, having won only one of their last ten matches. Despite the Dynamo’s difficulties, Gómez emphasized the importance of the friendly as an opportunity to assess his players and build team cohesion. He highlighted the experience of players like Mario González, Darwin Cerén, Alexander Larín, and Henry Romero, as well as the MLS-based talent including Nathan Ordaz of Los Angeles FC.
Notable absences for El Salvador include Styven Vásquez due to injury and midfielder Enrico Dueñas, who will join the team for their next match. Gómez expressed confidence in his team’s ability to compete at a high level, noting the increasing competitiveness within Central American football. He stated that the team is focused on World Cup qualification and is working hard to achieve that goal.
The match will be broadcast on Canal 4 and Aloud Sports. Possible starting lineups for both teams were provided. Gómez highlighted the importance of learning from every match, regardless of the opponent’s strength, and thanked Houston Dynamo for the opportunity.
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