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Former Barcelona Star Rafael Márquez Named Mexico National Team Coach
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First reported by Mako · 34 minutes ago
What happened
Following Mexico's exit from the 2026 World Cup after a 3-2 loss to England, coach Javier Aguirre resigned and named Rafael Márquez as his successor. Márquez, a former Barcelona star, will lead the team through a generational transition ahead of the next World Cup.
- 01Mexico lost 3-2 to England, ending their 2026 World Cup run at the Azteca Stadium.
- 02Coach Javier Aguirre resigned after his third tenure with the Mexican national team.
- 03Rafael Márquez, former Barcelona defender, is appointed as Mexico's new head coach.
- 04Mexico topped their group without conceding but failed to advance past the round of 16.
- 05Márquez faces a major squad overhaul with aging veterans and emerging young talent.
- 06The team looks ahead to the 2026 World Cup with a promising but transitioning roster.
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