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Matías Almeyda is one of the great coaches who captivated Mexican soccer in a short time. The Argentine was the leader of the last Chivas de Guadalajara who enjoyed glory in the local and international tournament. The success of “Pelado” has led it to be one of the strategists most taken into account by various clubs in the Liga MX. But this illusion will become something impossible, at least for the next few years.
After managing in MLS, Almeyda made the leap to Europe to lead the AEK Athens bench. In six months the Argentine strategist put the board of directors of the respected Greek team in his pocket. His performance in the club led him to sign a contract extension until 2028.
“Pelado” will be part of an extensive project at AEK. The historic Greek team came from a gray season in which could not qualify for European competitions. But with the arrival of Almeyda, the whole of Athens the championship of Greece is disputed.
Under these circumstances The European team was cured of health and shielded itself from the possible approaches of teams from the Liga MX and even the Mexican National Team. The Argentine has already faced his first exam on the Old Continent and is passing it with a very good grade.
Orbelín Pineda appreciates Almeyda’s success
Undoubtedly Orbelín Pineda was one of the great beneficiaries of the hiring of Almeyda to the Greek team. The “Maguito” did not have opportunities at Celta de Vigo, but at AEK in Athens they opened the doors for him and he responded perfectly. The former Cruz Azul player is one of the key pieces of the team and his possible loan extension is rumored. The great person responsible for the resurgence of Orbelín Pineda has a name and surname: Matias Almeyda.
When the technical director trusts the player, the results come by themselves. Matías Almeyda fully trusts Orbelín Pineda, he landed in a great place before Qatar 2022. pic.twitter.com/tTzV73oSTb— Julio Rodríguez (@julioordz10) August 20, 2022
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