Liga MX News Roundup: Necaxa, lapuente Tribute, and Televisa’s World Cup Plans
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Necaxa’s Coaching Situation
Necaxa is reportedly already committed to a new coach, despite recent speculation. Details regarding the new appointment remain scarce, but the club appears to have moved swiftly to secure their managerial position. Further updates are expected in the coming days.
Tribute to Manolo Lapuente in Puebla
Puebla is planning a tribute to honor Manolo Lapuente, a legendary figure in Mexican football, during Saturday’s match against Cruz Azul at the Cuauhtémoc Stadium. The club intends to surprise fans with a special recognition of Lapuente’s contributions to the sport. Lapuente passed away on october 26, 2023, leaving a notable void in the football community.
Televisa’s 2026 World Cup Presentation
Televisa is set to unveil its commercial plans for the 2026 FIFA World cup during a presentation to clients on Thursday. The event will showcase the network’s strategy for covering the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Mexico, the united States, and canada.A key announcement is expected to be the return of Vanessa Huppenkothen and Mauricio Ymay to TUDN as prominent on-air talent for the World Cup coverage.
This move represents a significant investment by Televisa in its World Cup broadcasting team, signaling their commitment to delivering complete coverage of the event. Huppenkothen and Ymay previously worked for TUDN and are well-known figures in Mexican sports broadcasting.
América’s Transfer Strategy
In the preparation of the squad for América,André Jardine has the final say on player acquisitions and departures. Though, he has not been granted the authority to bring in the Brazilian players he has proposed, with a couple of targets reportedly being acquired by Toluca. This suggests a potential conflict between Jardine’s vision and the club’s transfer policy.
