Miguel Ángel Russo, Boca Juniors manager, has died | OneFootball

Last night, Argentine football mourned the death of coach Miguel Ángel Russo, who was still active, leading the team of Boca Juniors. The announcement was made by the Buenos Aires club itself, through its official communication platforms. The coach was 69 years old.

Through its official account, on social network X, the emblem that faced Benfica in the Club World Cup, announced with great sorrow the death of its coach: ""Club Atlético Boca Juniors announces with deep sadness the death of Miguel Ángel Russo".

"Miguel leaves an indelible mark on our institution and will always be an example of joy, cordiality, and effort. We accompany his family and loved ones in this time of mourning. Goodbye, dear Miguel", wrote Boca Juniors on their social networks.

Miguel Ángel Russo, who led the Xeneize team in the FIFA competition, was dealing with prostate cancer and had been hospitalized for over a week in a hospital in the Argentine capital, with a reserved prognosis. On Tuesday, Boca Juniors had shared an update on his health status.

In a long and respected career, where he coached the Xeneizes on three different occasions, Russo won a total of 11 trophies: 2nd division on three occasions, two Argentine championships, two League Cups, an Argentine Cup, a Colombian championship, and a Colombian super cup. However, the crown jewel was in 2007, when he led Boca Juniors to the Copa Libertadores victory.

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