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Rafa Marquez: From Pitch Legend to El Tri Coach
4 Oct
Summary
- Rafa Marquez, a legendary Mexican player, is now El Tri's head coach.
- He previously played for Barcelona, winning two Champions League titles.
- Marquez had a notable, sometimes contentious, history against the USA.
Rafa Marquez, a celebrated figure in Mexican football history, has taken the helm as the new head coach of the El Tri men's national team. This appointment marks his first senior head coaching role, following a distinguished career as a player.
Marquez's playing days saw him achieve significant success, most notably with Barcelona, where he won two UEFA Champions League titles and multiple La Liga crowns. His international career was equally impressive, earning 148 caps for Mexico and participating in five consecutive World Cup tournaments.
During his time as a player, Marquez developed a notable rivalry with the United States national team, marked by both intense competition and several memorable on-field incidents. He now faces the challenge of leading El Tri as a coach, beginning with a friendly match against the USA.
