There is much to do. This includes the search for a technical director who is capable of straightening the course, concretizing a generational replacement that has not been adequately worked on and who convinces our next representatives that it can be done. The deck of names is extensive: these are some of the ones that have sounded the most. Which one do you prefer?
Roberto Martinez
After a wonderful time in Belgium, which he kept for several months in first place in the FIFA ranking, the era of Roberto Martínez in the Red Devils has come to an end after the abrupt elimination of the team in the first round of Qatar 2022 A fact that also coincides with the outcome of the so-called golden generation. There are many countries that dream of incorporating the Spanish strategist into their ranks, Mexico being one of them. Although his talent has been demonstrated, it has been more than demonstrated, there are those who fear that the zero knowledge of our soccer could result in a trick for Mexico with a view to its World Cup.
Raphael Marquez
Zinedine Zidane, Pep Guardiola, Didier Deschamps, Luis Enrique… Some of the most recent soccer idols have established themselves as stupendous coaches in recent years. In the case of Mexico, it is thought that Hugo Sánchez already had the opportunity of him and that now Rafa Márquez rises as the most logical alternative. As a player he had a successful time with teams like Atlas, León, Monaco and especially Barcelona, but if we focus on El Tri, he was captain and above all an eternal leader on the pitch. Qualities that, today more, are needed among ours. Although the man from Michoacán has expressed his interest in becoming a coach, the general consensus agrees that it seems too early to give him command of the national team, since his experience as a coach is minimal and is limited to Barça Atlètic.
Luis Enrique
Although the elimination of Spain from Qatar 2022 was unexpected, Luis Enrique silenced many mouths in his process with a good performance in the Euro and the Nations League, supported by possession football and with an interesting combination of experience and youth. It is precisely for this reason that many say that he would be an ideal coach for a Mexican team in need of a successful generational transition for the next World Cup in which he will host. Against, for many, their ignorance of our football.
Jaime Lozano
Jaime ‘Jimmy’ Lozano is one of the great Mexican hopes in technical direction. He had a successful sports career, he is a sports scholar and has an Olympic medal to his credit. He seems like a natural candidate to lead El Tri. It was even common to hear that he should have taken over the team before the catastrophic Qatar 2022! Something that, for better or worse, did not materialize. Perhaps it was for the best, since many believe that he is still too young and that giving him the position at this time would be rash. He could be a luxury assistant with a view to a long-term project.
Matias Almeyda
In addition to Ricardo “Tuca” Ferreti, the Argentine Matías Almeyda seems to be the only foreigner who has the blessing of the Mexican fans to take the reins of the national team. This is because, although he has been outside our country for a few years, he has a good knowledge of our football thanks to his time at Chivas, being also the last coach who was able to lead the rojiblancos to the top after accumulating five Titles. More important is that he did it by playing good football and giving opportunities to many young people. More than one has been imploring his arrival for a long time and it seems like a good time for the possibility to materialize.
Ignacio Ambriz
Talking about “Nacho” Ambriz is referring to an entire institution within Mexican soccer. He was a pillar within that mythical selection of the mid-90s that brought so much joy to the fans and once he retired from the fields, he did not take long to venture into technical management. His start was turbulent, focusing on teams that were fighting not to be relegated, until experience led him to some of the main powers in our football, where he has achieved high effectiveness percentages. His desire to prove himself led him on a brief adventure in Spanish football and although it didn’t go entirely smoothly, it is clear that he is someone who does not shy away from challenges. A personality that would suit us very well at this time.