Atlas FC restructures its sports management with new president

The Guadalajara board renews its sports leadership with a historic Orlegi at the helm, seeking to reactivate the project.

Publicado 30 abril, 2025 el 30 de abril a las 03:40 | 3 mins reading |5,348 vistas | por Miguel Torres

Strategic reorganization at Atlas FC

Club Atlas has announced a comprehensive reconfiguration of its sports structure, marking the end of Germán Brunati’s era as Sports President. The Argentine, who took office in April 2023, will be replaced by Aníbal Fájer Alonso, former executive director of the team and with 13 years of experience within Orlegi Sports, the group that owns the institution.

Details of the management changes

The decision was ratified after an exhaustive analysis by the Management Committee of Orlegi Sports, which highlighted in a statement: “These appointments strengthen our management team to face challenges with determination”. In addition to Fájer Alonso, Eduardo Herrera joined as Director of Sports Management and Álvaro García Rulfo headed the Business area, consolidating a multifocal management model.

Brunati leaves office after an irregular season: under his mandate, Atlas qualified for the Play-In with Beñat San José, but in the 2024 Clausura Tournament they finished in 14th position (18 points) with Gonzalo Pineda as coach. The club publicly thanked him for his “dedication and commitment”, although his sporting performance accelerated the transition.

Objectives and projection under new management

Fájer Alonso takes office in a critical context, with the challenge of optimizing the performance of the first team and the basic forces. Its hybrid profile—it combines management experience and tactical knowledge—responds to the “Win by Serving” philosophy, the guiding axis of the project. The board stressed that this restructuring seeks to “transform all areas of the club”, prioritizing synergies between sports and commercial matters.

Experts consulted highlight that the movement reflects a trend in Mexican soccer: integrating executives with a long-term vision, beyond immediate results. Fájer must balance the expectations of the red and black fans with a sustainable development plan, promoting the Orlegi Sports model in Santos Laguna and Atlas.

The club emphasized that these adjustments are part of a comprehensive strategy to reposition itself in Liga MX, with a view to the next tournament. The arrival of Herrera —an expert in scouting— and García Rulfo —specialized in sports marketing—reinforces this roadmap.

Immediate perspectives

Fans hope the changes will revitalize the team, historically volatile in performance. The transfer market and the possible arrival of a new coach will be key to evaluating the real impact of this restructuring.

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Referee who was separated from the 2026 World Cup found dead

Dutch referee Rob Dieperink, 38, was found dead; had been excluded from the 2026 World Cup.

Publicado 8 minutes ago el 13 de julio a las 21:37 | 2 mins reading

The Netherlands Football Federation (KNVB) confirmed the death of referee Rob Dieperink, 38, whose body was found on a public road near his home. The whistler had been considered by FIFA to whistle at the 2026 World Cup, but was excluded after an investigation in the United Kingdom.

The investigation that cut short his career

Dieperink appeared on the initial list of referees for the World Cup. However, his name was withdrawn after proceedings were opened against him for a complaint of alleged inappropriate behavior towards a minor before a Conference League match between Crystal Palace and Fiorentina.

British authorities concluded there was insufficient evidence and dismissed the case. Despite this, FIFA maintained its exclusion from the tournament. Dieperink himself declared to the newspaper De Telegraaf:

“I am very saddened to have been wrongly accused. I cooperated fully with the police investigation and was completely transparent.”

After his departure, FIFA appointed Frenchman Willy Delajod as his replacement. Delajod was part of the refereeing team for the match between Argentina and Egypt in the round of 16.

Reactions and pain in the Netherlands

The KNVB issued a statement expressing its shock:

“We are deeply saddened by the death of referee Rob Dieperink. Arbitration loses a highly valued judge, with international experience, but above all an excellent and committed colleague.”

Dutch authorities are investigating the circumstances of the death. So far there is no official information on the cause of death.

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America presents its new uniform for the 110th anniversary

The new cream yellow jersey includes details from the 80s and 90s.

Publicado 32 minutes ago el 13 de julio a las 21:13 | 2 mins reading

Club América made its home kit official for the 2026-27 season. The clothing is part of the celebrations towards the 110th anniversary of the institution.

Through their social networks, the azulcrema team launched the design with a message about their legacy. “The greatness continues, Adidas and Club América present the home jersey for 2026-2027 towards the 110th anniversary,” the statement said.

Design details

The uniform uses a creamy yellow tone as a base. A large pattern inspired by the club’s shield stands out on the chest. The Eagles emblem and the Adidas logo appear in the center.

The sleeves incorporate navy blue and red, a combination that evokes the most representative uniforms of the 80s and 90s. The three classic stripes in black and red are located on the shoulders. On the back of the neck the phrase “Big Heart” appears in tribute to the fans.

“On the way to our 110th anniversary, this shirt symbolizes what our institution represents: history, leadership and permanent search for excellence,” said Santiago Baños, sports president of the club.

Prices and availability

The version for fans costs 1,999 pesos. The player edition sells for 2,999 pesos. The long-sleeved ones cost 2,199 pesos (fan) and 3,199 pesos (professional). The shirt is now available at authorized retailers.

Debut at Apertura 2026

América will debut the kit on July 18 against Querétaro at the Corregidora Stadium, on the first day of the tournament. The design seeks to strengthen the link with the fans through a significant historical load.

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Paola Rojas reveals incident with Maradona at the World Cup in Brazil

Paola Rojas recounts an uncomfortable experience with Maradona in Brazil 2014.

Publicado 1 hour ago el 13 de julio a las 20:31 | 1 min reading

The Mexican journalist Paola Rojas shared an uncomfortable episode that she experienced with Diego Armando Maradona during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. In a conversation with the communicator José Ramón Fernández, she detailed how the late star conditioned an interview in exchange for a private meeting.

The moment in the elevator

Rojas said that he met Maradona and his security team in an elevator. He took the opportunity to reiterate his professional interest in interviewing him for Mexican media. According to his testimony, Maradona responded that he would agree to talk to her, but only if she came to his room. The proposal caused the journalist to immediately desist.

The communicator emphasized that, although she recognizes the historical significance of Maradona in football, she decided to make this event public to make visible the obstacles and situations of vulnerability that women face in sports journalism.

The story generated a wave of reactions on social networks, adding to the list of off-field controversies that marked the life of the former soccer player. Rojas seeks with her experience to open the debate about working conditions and the respect that professionals deserve in the sports field.