With the 2026 World Cup in the rearview mirror, Mexico embarks on a new era under legendary former player Rafael Márquez, who has officially taken over as manager from the departing Javier Aguirre ahead of the 2030 cycle.
The succession plan in Mexico’s dugout has been in place since Aguirre returned to his third stint at the helm following the 2024 Copa América. Márquez left his managerial role at Barça Atlètic (Barcelona’s B team) and joined Aguirre’s staff upon his return to El Tri, serving as his assistant coach ever since. Following Mexico’s 2026 World Cup elimination, Márquez has officially been stepped up to become the new manager.
