Javier Aguirre Becomes Most Winning Coach In Mexico National Team History

With Mexico’s 2-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in the Gold Cup quarterfinals, Javier “El Vasco” Aguirre made history as the most successful coach in the national team’s history. According to reports from Mediotiempo, this win marked his 27th at the helm of El Tri — surpassing Ricardo La Volpe.

Played at the State Farm Stadium, the match not only secured Mexico a spot in the semifinals but also cemented Aguirre’s legacy. He now holds the record for official match wins, across three separate stints in charge: 2001–2002, 2009–2010, and since summer 2024.

Aguirre has won games across five major competitions. His nine victories each in the Gold Cup and World Cup qualifiers stand out, while he also has three wins apiece in World Cups, Copa América, and the Concacaf Nations League.

In another historic note, Aguirre handed a starting role to 16-year-old Gilberto Mora, making him the youngest player ever to start for Mexico in an official match. The Tijuana forward broke a nearly 90-year-old record previously held by Carlos Laviada.

With this milestone, Aguirre reaffirms his place as the most decorated manager in Mexican football history — a figure shaping both the present and future of the national team.