Canadian Lucas Cavallini signs contract with Puebla FC to play in Mexico
MEXICO CITY — Canadian international striker Lucas Cavallini has signed with Puebla FC in the Mexican Apertura tournament.
Cavallini, who has won seven caps for Canada, is the first Canadian player in Mexico’s top flight since Isidro Sanchez suited for Puebla in 2008. Sanchez, who was born in Puebla, played for the Canadian under-23 team in 2008.
The Toronto-born Cavallini played for Uruguay’s Penarol last season, scoring six goals in 11 matches.
The 24-year-old has played his whole professional career in Uruguay, having stints with Juventud, Nacional and Fenix.