Rafael Márquez named head coach of Mexican national team for 2030 World Cup

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Former Barcelona star Rafael Márquez has been named head coach of the Mexican national football team ahead of the 2030 World Cup. The Mexican Football Federation announced the appointment following a pre-existing succession plan to replace Javier Aguirre.

Rafael Márquez is taking the reins of the Mexican national team. The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) announced Wednesday that the former Barcelona star will succeed Javier Aguirre as head coach leading up to the 2030 World Cup. While a succession plan had been in place since 2024, rumors had circulated that the FMF might look elsewhere.