Colombian Coach Juan Carlos Osorio Returns to Mexican Soccer to Lead Xolos within the Apertura 2024
Tijuana has formally introduced the appointment of Juan Carlos Osorio as the top coach for the upcoming Apertura 2024 match. This marks Osorio’s return to Mexican soccer, following his stints with the Mexican nationwide group and Puebla. This might be Osorio’s third enterprise into nationwide soccer.
After parting methods with Miguel Herrera on the finish of Clausura 2024, it did not take lengthy for Tijuana to introduce Osorio as their new coach. Osorio has had a difficult time discovering a secure mission since his departure because the Mexican nationwide group coach virtually three years in the past, the place his group was eradicated within the spherical of 16 on the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Following his World Cup duties, Osorio briefly coached Paraguay earlier than returning to membership administration with Colombian groups Atlético Nacional and América Cali. He later took cost at Zamalek in Egypt and Athletico Paranaense in Brazil, however has not managed a group since March 2024.
Tijuana might be Osorio’s second foray into Liga MX, having beforehand had a quick stint with Puebla in 2012. Sources have indicated that Osorio’s contract with Tijuana might be for 2 years, though official affirmation is pending.
Tijuana hinted at Osorio’s appointment by means of a social media publish with the message “It’s time to make adjustments”, that includes a whistle with the colours of the Colombian flag – a nod to Osorio’s heritage – and his iconic blue and crimson pens from his time with the Mexican nationwide group.