He Membership America has already defined the man who will take the reins of the team for the Opening 2026. The azulcrema board confirmed the arrival of Guillermo Almada as the new technical director, a decision that marks the beginning of a new stage in Coapa after the departure of André Jardinestrategist who left an indelible mark with the institution’s historic three-time championship.
The Uruguayan coach returns to mexican soccer after his time in Spain and takes on one of the most demanding and media projects of the Liga MX.
América confirms Guillermo Almada as its new coach
The news was made official by the club itself through a statement, which detailed that the South American strategist will soon begin planning work for the next tournament.
“He Membership America announces the incorporation of Guillermo Almada as Technical Director of the Águilas, who will be appearing in the coming days at ‘el Nido de Coapa’ to meet with the players and management in preparation for the Apertura 2026 tournament.”
The arrival of Almada represents a commitment to a coach with extensive knowledge of Mexican soccer and an offensive philosophy that has given results in his previous projects.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
Guillermo Almada, new Technical Director of Membership America
Membership América announces the incorporation of Guillermo Almada as Technical Director of the Águilas, who will be appearing in the coming days at “el Nido de Coapa” to meet with the players? pic.twitter.com/N7gpeJmMsZ— Membership America (@ClubAmerica) June 8, 2026
The challenge of replacing André Jardine in Coapa
The new strategist will have the mission of taking the place of André Jardinewho closed a brilliant period at the head of the Águilas.
Although the team failed to meet expectations in its last campaign after being eliminated in the quarterfinals by Cougarsthe Brazilian’s management left titles, prominence and a competitive identity that turned América into one of the most dominant clubs in the country.
Now, the responsibility will fall on Almada, who will seek to keep the azulcrema team in the fight for the championship.
Guillermo Almada’s experience in Europe
Before accepting the Americanist proposal, Guillermo Almada He lived a stage in Spanish football.
During 2025 he led the Exact Valladolid and later assumed command of the Exact Oviedo during the first half of 2026, an experience that allowed him to expand his international career and strengthen his profile as a coach.
After his European adventure, the Uruguayan coach decided to return to Mexico to assume one of the most important positions on the continent.
Guillermo Almada Alves was born on June 18, 1969 in Montevideo, Uruguay. Before becoming a coach he developed a career as a professional footballer, playing mainly as an attacking midfielder.
His path on the bench began in 2009 with Tacuarembóalthough it was during his time with River Plate of Montevideo where he began to attract attention for his results and game proposal.
His growth as a coach later took him to Mexican soccer, where he built much of his prestige.
The titles that Guillermo Almada won with Pachuca
The most successful stage of his career came with the Pachuca Membershipan institution with which he achieved important national and international achievements.
Under his direction, the Tuzos won the title of Opening 2022 of the Liga MXdefeating with authority the Toluca with a resounding global score of 8-2.
In addition, he added important international trophies:
- Concacaf Champions Cup 2024
- FIFA Americas Derby 2024
- FIFA Challenger Cup 2024
His successful cycle with Pachuca consolidated him as one of the most sought-after coaches on the continent.
Almada’s goal with the Eagles
The directive of America He hopes that the experience, leadership and offensive style of Guillermo Almada allow the club to remain the protagonist of the Liga MX and compete for new titles.
With fans accustomed to demanding championships and a squad full of figures, the Uruguayan coach will face one of the most important challenges of his career.
The new generation in Coapa is underway and all eyes will be on the work of a coach who already knows what it means to succeed in Mexican soccer.
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