Diego Coca He was introduced as the new trainer of the Mexico national team after a good run in Aztec soccer. The Argentine was in charge of Santos Laguna, Tijuana, Atlas and Tigres UANL and will look for a way to make a difference taking into account the immediate challenges that he will face in the coming months.
The one born in Campana is the replacement for Gerardo Martino, who was harshly resisted by criticism after participating in the Qatar World Cup where the three not qualify for the Round of 16.
In statements to the press, Cocca verified: “I believe a lot in the Mexican soccer player and in the talent he has, but I am convinced that talent is not enough, you have to accompany him with a lot of tools for that talent to explode and that is my goal. The only thing I can promise you it is seriousness, work, humility and the objective of putting Mexico in the best places”, pointed.
The former Racing coach assured that the challenge is to grow day by day and recognized that there is a great desire to work in his squad. He also expressed gratitude for the country that has provided him with great opportunities. “It is very important to be the coach of a country that has given me a lot, it has opened doors for me, it has made me grow as a professional and as a person, it is an opportunity that I could not pass up”, sure.
“We are going to look for those players who feel proud to belong to the national team, you have to make a very big scout, be very attentive, and if we do things well we will arrive at the World Cup with the best team and with a very clear idea”, said.
In this way, Cocca becomes the fourth Argentine to lead Mexico after the trials of César Luis Menotti, Ricardo La Volpe and Gerardo Martino.
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