Javier Mascherano throws him a wrist to the Liga MX
The former Inter Miami coach recognized that he would like to manage in the MX Liga. Javier Mascherano didn't have a very outstanding process in the United States
Javier Mascherano was an outstanding Argentine midfielder who conquered multiple trophies in European football. The “Jefecito” r He has just started his career as a coach. After leaving Inter Miami, Mascherano acknowledged that he would like to coach in the MX League.
In the framework of the LaLiga Fan Fest in Mexico City, Javier Mascherano recognised his desire to manage, sometime, in the Liga MX. The ex-Argentine footballer highlighted the level of Mexican football.
“It is a very competitive league, with strong teams and great players. I think it is a very entertaining league, I like its format (…) At sometime, if the opportunity is, I would like to manage in Mexico,” the former FC midfielder said.
In his short experience as coach, Javier Mascherano has managed the Under-20 and Under-23 teams of Argenti na. In January 2025 he took on his first challenge in professional football at club level with Inter Miami of the MLS.
Mascherano only directed 67 games in the team led by Lionel Messi. Mascherano left a balance of 38 wins, 15 draws and 14 losses. But his project didn't finish taking hold.
In fact, Javier Mascherano's only title in American soccer was in 2025. The “Jefecito” won the MLS Cup after Inter Miami defeated Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1.
Mascherano talks about the World in Mexico
In addition to praising the local Mexican tournament, Javier Mascherano spoke about his expectations for the World Cup in Mexican territory. former Inter Miami coach considers that the Aztec country has the capabilities to face an organizational challenge like the 2026 World Cup.
“Mexico is totally in condition to host a championship like this (…) which one hopes is an entertaining World Cup; above all those who have the possibility of coming to see it will have to travel a lot,” said the Argentine strategist.
Mexico will have the official opening of the tournament. On Thursday June 11 the inaugural match of the 2026 World Cup will take place. M Mexico and South Africa will be the protagonists of the duel that starts the competition. The match will take place in the mythical Azteca Stadium.

