Martín Varini makes history with FC Juárez

Martín Varini’s ceiling at FC Juárez seems nowhere near being reached. After securing the club’s first-ever qualification for the Liga MX play-in during last season’s Apertura and repeating the achievement in the following Clausura, the Uruguayan coach has taken another step forward with the Bravos. Following the win over Pachuca, the young manager led his team into the Liguilla for the title — something never before achieved in the club’s history.

After delivering an outstanding performance against a top-level opponent like Pachuca, FC Juárez claimed a 2–1 victory to take another step forward on their historic path. Once again regarded as one of the revelation teams of the tournament, the Bravos continue to move forward with humility and determination under Martín Varini’s leadership.

The excellent moment the Uruguayan coach is experiencing at the helm of FC Juárez had already been recognised by the league weeks earlier, as he was named Best Manager of Matchday 16 in Liga MX BBVA — an award that highlights the work, consistency, and strong identity he has instilled in the team.

With their win over Atlético San Luis, Juárez secured their mathematical qualification for the Liguilla for the second consecutive tournament — an unprecedented achievement in the club’s history. In addition, with one match left in the regular season, the team was sitting in seventh place.

In recent weeks, several Mexican media outlets have highlighted Varini’s work, pointing to the tactical discipline, defensive solidity, and footballing evolution of the team. Praise in both press and television has underscored his maturity in managing the squad and his ability to compete against the league’s top sides, consolidating his status as one of the standout coaches of the Liga MX season.

This individual recognition reflects a project built on solid foundations, a clear playing philosophy, and a coaching staff that has maximized the potential of its players. Under Martín Varini’s direction, FC Juárez has taken a competitive leap forward that is already part of the club’s recent history — and of Mexican football as a whole.