His father died of a heart attack on June 7, days before the start of
the World Cup. Sánchez dedicated Mexico's opening game to him. The game
saw Mexico play against Iran in which Mexico won 3-1
He was Chivas Rayadas del Guadalajara's team captain and goalkeeper.
On December 18, 2006 he transferred to Santos Laguna for 6 million US
dollars on a three year contract with a salary of 1,800,000 US dollars
a year, making him the highest paid Mexican soccer player.
Transferred to Santos Laguna for 6 million US dollars
on a 3 year contract with a salary of 1,800,000 US dollars a year (December 2006)