Rayados dismiss Martín Demichelis after being eliminated in the 2025 Clausura Quarterfinals

Club de Fútbol Monterrey announced the departure of Martín Demichelis as head coach of the first team after being eliminated in the 2025 Clausura Quarterfinals against Toluca . The aggregate draw in the series and elimination due to league position were the final chapters of a season marked by ups and downs.

In a statement posted on social media, the Albiazul board announced the decision made on Sunday, May 11, thanking the Argentine coach and his staff for their work. The message also highlighted the fans' support throughout the tournament and announced that a new manager will be announced soon, ahead of the Club World Cup .

Demichelis , who arrived with high expectations after his time in Argentine soccer, failed to establish a style of play that offered consistent results. During the first half of the season, Rayados faced defensive issues and poor attacking effectiveness. The elimination against Toluca was only part of the problem.

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Another defeat that weighed heavily on the project's evaluation was the elimination in the Round of 16 of the Concacaf Champions Cup against the Vancouver Whitecaps . Despite the roster's potential, the team showed weaknesses at key moments and failed to impose itself in important matches.

Furthermore, during the local tournament, Rayados suffered losses to teams like Mazatlán, Tijuana, and Juárez , all with less investment in their rosters. These losses kept the team from the top spots and raised doubts about the direction of the coaching team.

Sources close to the club indicated that there was a deterioration in the relationship between Demichelis and some experienced players, which affected the internal dynamics of the locker room. The lack of cohesion was reflected in the team's performance on the field.

With the Club World Cup scheduled to begin in just over a month, Monterrey 's board faces a crucial decision. The appointment of the next coach will be key to facing an international tournament that demands results and represents an opportunity to restore the club's global image.

With information from Meidotiempo

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