The Mexico Football Federation (FMF) has officially brought back Javier Aguirre as the head coach of the national team. The organization recently fired Jaime Lozano from the prestigious position after a disappointing Copa America 2024. El Tri finished third in Group B behind Venezuela and Ecuador. As a result, Mexico failed to qualify for the knockout round of the tournament.
Aguirre certainly has plenty of coaching experience, particularly with the Mexico national team. The veteran coach previously managed Mexico during two different spells. His initial time with El Tri came from 2001 to 2002. After leaving to join Osasuna and Atletico Madrid, Aguirre returned to Mexico in 2009. Much like his first stint, the manager only lasted a short time with the team. Aguirre resigned from the role after failing to reach the quarterfinals of the 2010 World Cup.
Along with Aguirre, Rafael Marquez has also joined Mexico as an assistant coach. The former El Tri captain retired as a player in 2018 and quickly transitioned to the sidelines. Marquez initially coached the youth setup at Alcala before joining the Barcelona B side in 2022. The Spanish giants just recently revealed that the former defender would leave the team.
Mexican officials looking beyond the 2026 World Cup
FMF claimed that the moves were made with an eye on the 2026 World Cup. However, the organization also sees the two hirings as part of a long-term plan. Labeled ‘Project 2030,’ the FMF wants to create some much-needed stability within the national team by looking far into the future.
“We are convinced that Project 2030 is the route to meet our medium and long-term objectives: first, consolidating the best version of the national squad for 2026 and, in parallel, building firm foundations for the future,” stated FMF executive president Ivar Sisniega.
“Both [coaches] are undisputed leaders with distinct personal styles,” added Mexico national team director Duilio Davino….
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Author : Chris Moore
Publish date : 2024-07-23 17:34:51
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