After Benfica success, Di María is already planning retirement | OneFootball

He has already begun taking the first steps towards the end of his career as a footballer. Recently, the former Benfica number 11 completed his coaching course, taking a clear step towards his intention of remaining involved in the world of the beautiful game.

Through a post on its Instagram account, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced that Fideo had successfully completed his coaching course, using the same post to congratulate the former Benfica player, who has been linked with a return to the national team.

"With enormous pride, we congratulate Di María on his diploma and thank him for trusting us with his coaching education", reads the post made in honour of the former Argentina international, who returned in the summer of 2025 to Rosario Central, his boyhood club.

Di María has therefore taken an important step with regard to his career in football. All indications are that the Argentine winger will continue as a football coach after his spell at Rosario Central comes to an end. Recently, the Argentine saw Otamendi confirm his departure from the national team.

Obtaining his coaching qualification safeguards Di María’s future, although, according to Record newspaper, he has still not made the decision to end his career as a professional footballer. Throughout his long life in football, Fideo has played for clubs such as Benfica, PSG, Real Madrid, Juventus and Manchester United.

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