Hernán Elizondo prepares for his home debut as Tigres coach
Interim coach Hernán Elizondo shares his excitement ahead of his first match at the Estadio Universitario, known as 'El Volcán'.
Interim head coach Tigres Hernán Elizondo is eagerly anticipating his first match at the helm of the team at the Estadio Universitario, also known as "El Volcán," this coming Tuesday.
For the coach, this represents a deeply personal milestone, as he will lead the "team of his heart" in his home city, surrounded by family, friends, and the club's passionate fanbase. Elizondo expressed his gratitude and focus on delivering a strong performance.
I feel very fortunate and blessed. It will be a privilege to manage the team I love, in my homeland, in my stadium, with my people. I am very happy about what will happen on Tuesday, and I hope we can achieve a great result. Hernán Elizondo
The team enters this fixture following competitive matches in the Leagues Cup against Real Salt Lake and Minnesota United. Although they have secured valuable points, the interim manager is clear that qualification is not yet guaranteed, emphasizing the need to refine tactical details.
Elizondo praised the mentality of the squad, highlighting that the players are fully aware of the hierarchy Tigres maintains within Mexican football. He expressed confidence that with continued effort, the team can remain a serious contender in every competition they enter.