Chivas de Guadalajarathe most popular team in Mexican soccer, announced this Friday the dismissal of its coach Arturo Ortegawho replaced the Argentine last October Fernando Gago.
“We thank Professor Ortega for his work as an institutional man and for taking on the challenge when it was required. In the coming days it will be announced who will be the coach of the first team,” the club reported.
Ortega He left office after the elimination of Chivas in the play-off of the Apertura tournament against Atlas (1-2).
Ortega He took office on October 10, replacing the Argentine Fernando Gagowho resigned attracted by an offer of Boca Juniors. For its part, Gago came to Chivas in Clausura 2024, after an outstanding step with Racing.
Ortega directed to Chivas six games: won three, tied one and lost two. The team finished the regular season in ninth place.
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Chivas de Guadalajara It is the second team with the most league titles in Mexico, with 12, its popularity originates from being the only team that plays with only players of Mexican nationality.