Silvia Carrión, the wife of Javier “El Vasco” Aguirre, confirmed that her husband will step down as head coach of the Mexico national team once the 2026 World Cup concludes. However, Aguirre has no plans to retire immediately; he intends to keep coaching for at least “a couple more years.”In an interview with ¡HOLA! Américas during the 2026 World Cup, Silvia shared insight into the couple’s future after the home tournament. “Javier has said he will retire after his fifth World Cup, but he’s already looking at what possibilities there are to do something in the coming years,” she said.A cycle Aguirre is closing with prideAguirre took charge of El Tri for the third time in July 2024 and has already secured qualification for the Round of 32 ahead of schedule following wins over South Africa and South Korea. For Silvia, this World Cup represents the end of a very special chapter.“He has his ways and will never change. He’s a fighter. On the pitch, he battles. I don’t see him under pressure—I see him confident,” she said.The couple will celebrate 44 years of marriage in July. They have lived in seven countries and 14 cities, raising three children and now enjoying their grandchildren. Silvia highlighted that mutual respect and constant communication have been key to their relationship: “We talk five or six times a day.”Where will Javier Aguirre coach next?Silvia Carrión did not rule out any destination. “Going back to Europe is fine, staying here is fine. Everything is fine—as long as it’s something we like and a good option.” England remains unfinished business for Aguirre, though staying in Mexico or pursuing other projects is also on the table.Family is now the priority. “We’re at an age now that’s not the same as our 30s or 40s… we like a quieter life. We want to be close to our grandchildren,” she explained.A lasting legacy with the national teamJavier Aguirre has managed Mexico in three World Cups (2002, 2010, and 2026), in addition to playing in 1986 and serving as an assistant in 1994. His career places him among the most important coaches in Mexican football history.After closing his cycle with El Tri, he will look for new challenges with the same passion that has defined more than four decades in the game. Silvia has been by his side every step of the way: “We’re like a young couple—we really enjoy being together.”Aguirre will step down from the Mexico bench at the end of this World Cup,…
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