Argentine coach Solari leaves Pachuca after contract talks fail

Esteban Solari is no longer the coach of Mexican club Pachuca after contract negotiations for his extension failed. The Argentine manager led the team, known as 'Los Tuzos,' to the semifinals of the recent Clausura tournament, marking a significant improvement in performance during his nearly seven-month tenure.

Pachuca's board expressed gratitude for Solari's efforts, acknowledging his role in guiding the team through the latter part of the Apertura and the entirety of the Clausura season. After a disappointing exit in the Apertura playoffs, Solari's team showed a marked increase in form during the Clausura, finishing fourth in the league standings. They secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Toluca in the quarterfinals before narrowly losing to Pumas UNAM in the semifinals on aggregate.

Despite the team's strong showing under Solari, the inability to agree on contract terms ultimately led to his departure. In 23 matches coached by Solari, Pachuca achieved 13 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, scoring 33 goals and conceding 23. The club stated that they will work to appoint a new coach as soon as possible to oversee preseason training, assess potential new signings, and prepare the team for the start of the Apertura tournament in mid-July.

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We recognize the work done by Esteban Solari and his coaching staff, so we can only offer our thanks, and wish him all the best in his future projects.