Qatar appoints Luis Garcia Fernandez as national football team coach
Back-to-back Asian champions Qatar have appointed former Espanyol coach Luis Garcia as their new head coach, the Qatar Football Association (QFA) announced on Wednesday.
Luis García is appointed Qatar National team coach . pic.twitter.com/KuJ2ay27Lu
— Qatar Football (@QFA_EN) December 11, 2024
Garcia, who had been assisting Spaniard Tintin Marquez since December 2023, replaced him at the helm.
Garcia’s appointment is a significant step up in the Spaniar’s career, after having coached Spanish clubs Damm, Espanyol, and Internacional FC.
Garcia expressed his gratitude to QFA and Marquez for the opportunity to lead the team.
All appreciation and gratitude to coach Marquez Lopez for his dedication and the achievements he brought during his time leading our national team .
— Qatar Football (@QFA_EN) December 11, 2024
We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Thank you, Lopez pic.twitter.com/yzaRfRRNzg
Garcia will lead Qatar in the upcoming 26th Gulf Cup Championship, which starts on December 21st in Kuwait.
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