Third coach in Colombian football to be dismissed in Liga BetPlay 2026-I
The Liga BetPlay 2026-I has only completed six rounds, but it is already showing the first movements on the benches of Colombian football. In this short stretch of the championship, three coaches have left their positions, reflecting the pressure for results from the very first dates of the tournament.
TL;DR
- José Alexis Márquez has resigned as the coach of Jaguares de Córdoba.
- This marks the third coaching departure in the Liga BetPlay 2026-I after only six rounds.
- Hernán Torres (Millonarios) and Nélson Flórez (Cúcuta Deportivo) are the other two coaches who have left their positions.
- Jaguares de Córdoba accepted Márquez's resignation, which was by mutual agreement.
- The team has seven points from six matches, a performance deemed below expectations by the club's management.
- Clubs are making quick decisions to change coaches to improve performance and achieve season goals, such as qualifying for playoffs or avoiding relegation.