Manuel Lapuente, which gave Mexico the most important title on an absolute level, Confederations Cup 1999.became this Wednesday first legend honored the new administration of the city Mexican Football Federation (FMF) and Liga MX.
At a ceremony held in Toluca, where the FMF headquarters is located, “Manolo” stated:
I’m honored to be here, thank you very much. I care so much, I really like it, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. It was very nice, very nice.
Lapuente, 79 years old, During his career as a strategist, he distinguished himself by creating a distinctive style of play that He created a school among some of his followers.
There are no words to describe what Manuel Lapuente has done for Mexican football. 💚 ⚽️
Historical! Legend! 👏🏻 🇲🇽 pic.twitter.com/NIPiL2V61R
— Mexican Football Federation (@FMF) November 22, 2023
As coach of the Mexican national team, the Puebla native went through a process from 1997 to 2000 and, in addition to Confederation 1999, received 1998 Gold Cup and headed in World Championships in France 1998.
In the presence of our President, @isisniegaand the commissioner, @jcrodriguezbas_we pay tribute to Manuel Lapuente for his successful career in Mexican football. pic.twitter.com/yvltm7MpO9
— Mexican Football Federation (@FMF) November 22, 2023
At club level the strategist stood out Necaxa, America and Puebla. With the azulcrema team he won the championship title.
Today we honor Manuel Lapuente as our first recipient of the Legends of Mexican Football Award. @FMF And @LigaBBVAMX We celebrate his outstanding career as a player and coach, remembering, of course, his achievements at national team and club level. Thanks to the whole family… pic.twitter.com/UfxGM9D7hP
— Juan Carlos Rodriguez Bas (@jcrodriguezbas_) November 22, 2023
His club record also includes two Concacaf Champions Cups, Concacaf Cup Winners’ Cup, two championship titlestwo Champion of Champions trophies and two Mexican Cups.
V @FMF And @LigaBBVAMX We celebrate the career of Don Manuel Lapuente with a ceremony honoring the legends of Mexican football. A great strategist who undoubtedly had a positive impact on domestic football, our national team and his work in the teams for which he played… pic.twitter.com/73xAql7uRz
— Ivar Sisniega (@isisniega) November 22, 2023
Juan Carlos RodriguezFMF Commissioner spoke about his career Bridge, who has not led since 2013.
We are all in this wonderful process of life to learn, and when someone finds role models, they feel very honored. It’s a real honor to see someone do things right. It is a great honor for me to accompany you in this process, to show you with love what you have done for us and for football.
According to local football officials, Lapuente is the first of several legends being talked about by the new FMF administration. which started in May of this year, We will honor you in the coming days.
(according to information from EFE)
Source: Aristegui Noticias
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