Why is Javier Hernandez nicknamed Chicharito, what does it mean and which name is on the Mexico and West Ham striker’s shirt?
The Mexican star has been a star in Europe throughout the last decade - and is hoping to light up Russia
MEXICO's all-time leading scorer, Javier Hernandez remains one of the world's most lethal men in front of goal.
The former Manchester United poacher has already helped his country to qualification from the group and a famous 1-0 victory over Germany at the World Cup.
Why is Javier Hernandez nicknamed Chicharito?
STILL a hugely popular figure in Mexico, Hernandez already has four goals at World Cup finals.
He is known as Chicharito, which translates to English as 'little pea'.
And Hernandez acquired the nickname as a youngster, as his dad was known as Chicharo (pea) due to his green eyes.
The Mexican has 49 goals in 102 caps.
Which name does he have on his shirt?
YOU may have noticed that the Mexican doesn't have Hernandez on his shirt.
Instead he uses his nickname Chicharito, and has done throughout his career.
A devout Christian, he sinks to his knees and prays before every game.
