FMF officially presents Javier Aguirre as the new coach of the Mexican National Team

Officially the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) has presented to Javier Aguirre like the new one Technical Director of the Mexican National Team ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in Canada, the United States and Mexico. Likewise, the announcement of Rafael Márquez as the main assistant to the “Vasco” was made.

From the facilities of the High Performance Center (CAR), Duilio Davino and Ivan Sisniega They welcomed two leading figures of Mexican soccer. Javier Aguirre will take charge of the Mexican National Team for the third time. He did so for the 2002 World Cup, reaching the round of 16, the same situation that occurred in the 2010 World Cup.

The event was intended for both Javier Aguirre and Rafael Marquez They will clear up doubts about what will happen in their process that starts from now until June 11, 2026, which is when they debut in the World Cup.

In his presentation, Javier Aguirre made it clear that he is back because Mexican soccer requires it and that he is willing to help in whatever is needed. “I am Mexican and when they need me I go with great pleasure”“Today I am pleased to see that there is a project, which is not just about winning three qualifying matches and then the World Cup. There is a project until 2030,” said Javier Aguirre.

Regarding his first decisions, the “Vasco” made it clear that they will first analyze the environment and that from there the decisions will be made, “We will see what is best for everyone, We will do an evaluation, but everything that is necessary (to work), believe me, we will do it. I love the 365 project, the national team should be like that every day of the year,” he said.

He also touched on the subject of generational change, assuring that he will continue the process that began with Jaime Lozano, but that he will not dispense with older players during his management, as he believes that they help him a lot, especially if they are in good form.

“I believe in quality and processes. If the project is to look for young people, I don’t care about age. Those who know me know that the one who plays the best at that moment plays.“It is very difficult to make a list and have everyone satisfied. I believe in generational change and in young Mexicans, there is quality.”

On the other hand Rafa Marquez He also had his presentation. The 5-time World Cup player with the Mexican National Team assured that he is where he wants to be and that he will try to give his all.It is a great opportunity to continue preparing myself.. I hope that in the next cycle I will have the reins of the National Team to continue with this process. I am happy to be in the national team and to be able to give back a little of what it has given me,” said the ‘Kaiser’.

Other things that were confirmed are that Javier Aguirre will continue living in Mexico to carry out his work with the Mexican National Team. In Rafa’s case, he seemed annoyed by the question because he believes that his commitment is doubted, although he did not reveal whether or not he would remain a resident in Mexico.

Ivan Sisniega confirmed that Javier Aguirre will begin the process of 2026 World Cup and once this is over, they will hand over the position to Rafa Márquez so that he can lead everything for the 2030 World Cup as the main coach.

Javier Aguirre also confirmed the rest of his technical team, which is made up of Toni Love as Technical Assistant, Pol Lorente as a Physical Trainer and Joseba Ituarte as a Goalkeeping Coach.