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FMF Confirms Rafa Márquez to Lead Mexico After 2026 World Cup

Officials presented it as a contractual succession plan at a joint briefing with Liga MX.

Overview

  • Javier Aguirre will step down after coaching Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, the federation said.
  • Iván Sisniega stated that Márquez’s signed agreement moves him from assistant to head coach once the tournament ends.
  • Sisniega said he has already met with Márquez and sporting director Duilio Davino to outline the future coaching staff.
  • The FMF highlighted plans to scout and integrate young players into Márquez’s first call-ups as part of the 2030 cycle.
  • Leaders denied reports linking Antonio Mohamed to the job, countering a claim circulated by journalist Pepe Hanan.