Edson Álvarez is a Mexico midfielder who plays for West Ham United, born in 1997, Tlalnepantla, Mexico. At 28 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Mexico, drawn into Group A. Mexico’s captain and midfield enforcer.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Edson Álvarez
- Born: 1997, Tlalnepantla, Mexico
- Position: Midfielder
- Club: West Ham United
- Country: Mexico (Group A)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $20-30 million USD
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Bio and early career
Edson Álvarez was born in 1997, Tlalnepantla, Mexico. Mexico’s holding-midfield captain. The defensive shield of the national team.
Throughout his career, Edson Álvarez has built a reputation as a top-class midfielder for both club and country.
Club career
Edson Álvarez currently plays for West Ham United, where he is a key first-team player at one of Europe’s top clubs.
- Multiple Eredivisie titles
- Mexico’s holding midfield captain
- Premier League first-team starter
Mexico and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2018 (Round of 16) and 2022. For the 2026 tournament, Edson Álvarez will line up for Mexico in Group A alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group A preview page.
Squad-wise, Edson Álvarez’s role is central to Mexico’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Mexico team page.
Awards and honours
Multiple Eredivisie titles with Ajax, 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Edson Álvarez’s net worth is estimated $20-30 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Edson Álvarez’s wealth comes from his West Ham United salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Edson Álvarez is in a relationship with Lizzy Aceves. Together they have 1 child. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Edson Álvarez generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Edson Álvarez at the World Cup 2026?
Edson Álvarez is 28 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1997, Tlalnepantla, Mexico.
What is Edson Álvarez’s estimated net worth?
Edson Álvarez’s net worth is estimated $20-30 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Edson Álvarez play for?
Edson Álvarez currently plays his club football for West Ham United in the English Premier League.
Who is Edson Álvarez’s wife or partner?
Edson Álvarez is in a relationship with Lizzy Aceves, and the couple have 1 child together.
Has Edson Álvarez won the World Cup?
Featured at 2018 (Round of 16) and 2022. Edson Álvarez has yet to win the World Cup with Mexico.
What’s next?
- Mexico team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group A preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.