Former Mexico coach Miguel Herrera has been appointed as Costa Rica's head coach ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the country's soccer federation (FCRF) said in a statement.
SAN JOSÉ, 8 ene (Reuters) - El mexicano Miguel Herrera será el director técnico de la selección mayor de fútbol de Costa Rica en el proceso hacia la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026, informó la Federación
Miguel Herrera, former coach of Mexico, was presented as Costa Rica's new national team manager, becoming the first Mexican to lead the team. His main goal is to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, facing challenges like the playoff against Belize and the Gold Cup.
The 56-year-old Herrera, a former defender who coached Mexico to the last 16 at the 2014 World Cup and a CONCACAF Gold Cup title in 2015, replaced Gustavo Alfaro who left in August to coach Paraguay. Le damos la bienvenida a Miguel Herrera, nuevo entrenador de la Selección de Costa Rica ⚽️
Miguel Herrera will attempt to secure World Cup qualification after being selected as the new Costa Rica head coach.
SAN JOSÉ (AP) — Miguel Herrera, técnico dos veces campeón en su natal México y quien dirigió a la selección de ese país en la Copa del Mundo de 2014, buscará acudir a una nueva cita mundialista, tras ser nombrado el martes como estratega de Costa Rica.
Miguel Herrera has been appointed as Costa Ricas new head coach, aiming to lead the team to the World Cup after their recent CONCACAF exit.
Miguel Herrera está de vuelta en los banquillos, pero esta vez su destino no es la Liga MX. El técnico mexicano ha sido anunciado como el nuevo entrenador de la Selección de Costa Rica, donde asumirá el reto de clasificar al equipo a la próxima Copa del Mundo.
Costa Rica have appointed former Mexico coach Miguel Herrera, charging him with leading them to the FIFA World Cup 26.
The final decision to hire Herrera reflects the federation’s confidence in his experience and ability to lead the team to greater heights. Herrera’s unveiling is expected in the coming days, and fans might not have to wait long to see him in action.
Former Mexico coach Miguel Herrera has been appointed as Costa Rica’s head coach ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the country’s soccer federation (FCRF) said in a statement.