Overview

• Four-time Liga MX champion Antonio ‘Turco’ Mohamed said he earned the credentials to manage the Selección but was passed over for less decorated candidates
• He argued a national team coach must know Mexico’s roots and essentially feel like a Mexican to build the necessary connection with players and supporters
• Mohamed recommended delaying the appointment of a World Cup coach until the last eight months to avoid the burnout of a traditional three-year cycle
• He remains at the helm of Toluca preparing for the Apertura 2025 after ending the club’s 15-year title drought with the Clausura 2025 crown
• The 55-year-old revealed a “debt” to Pumas UNAM and confirmed talks about a possible return to settle unfinished business