🙄New era for El Tri: does Rafa Márquez joining help Chivas? | OneFootball

Following Mexico’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup and the end of Javier Aguirre’s cycle, Rafa Márquez was officially confirmed as the new head coach of the Mexican National Team. This appointment represents a golden opportunity and an immediate advantage for Chivas de Guadalajara’s players.

The Barcelona connection and playing style

El Rebaño Sagrado, which already contributed five players to the last World Cup, could increase its presence. Players like Diego Campillo and Richard Ledezma are looking for redemption.

In addition, tactical understanding will come more easily because of their shared footballing background: Chivas head coach Gabriel Milito and Márquez were teammates at Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona. This shared identity will allow the red-and-white players to adopt the “Káiser’s” concepts more quickly ahead of the 2030 World Cup cycle.

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