Miguel Herrera Named Costa Rica's National Soccer Team Head Coach

The former Mexico coach takes over as Costa Rica prepares for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Miguel Herrera, 56, has been appointed as Costa Rica's head coach, replacing Gustavo Alfaro, who left to manage Paraguay in August.
Herrera previously led Mexico to the 2014 World Cup Round of 16 and won the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup before being dismissed after an alleged altercation with a journalist.
Costa Rica's soccer federation conducted an extensive selection process, ultimately choosing Herrera with input from new sports director Ignacio Hierro.
The immediate challenge for Herrera is to secure Costa Rica’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
Herrera is expected to officially sign his contract and be presented in Costa Rica in the coming days, with potential plans to oversee a friendly against the United States in July.