Club América announced this Wednesday the departure of André Jardine from technical command. The Brazilian left his position by mutual agreement with the board after three seasons marked by great achievements and recent challenges. The decision comes days after the end of Clausura 2026.
The club went through an internal evaluation process that resulted in dismissal. Jardine arrived at América in 2023 and has built a historic legacy with the Coapa team.
América confirms termination of Jardine after meetings
The official statement highlighted the recognition for the work carried out. André Jardine has won six titles in just over three years. Entre them, three consecutive Liga MX wins.
- Apertura 2023
- Clausura 2024
- Apertura 2024
- Campeão by Campeões 2024
- Supercopa MX 2024
- Campeones Cup 2024
The board highlighted that the coach became the most successful in the club’s recent history. Ele completed the milestone of six trophies in the first 100 games ahead of Águias. The official text wished the professional success in new projects.
The departure takes place even with a contract valid until 2027. Fontes close to the club indicate that the combination of poor international results and early elimination in the national tournament weighed on the decision.
Recent Fracassos accelerated the end of the cycle
América fell to Concachampions and did not advance beyond the quarterfinals of Clausura 2026. The elimination to Pumas, with a penalty missed by Henry Martín at the end, marked the turning point.
Jardine faced a team in transition. Muitos core players from the third championship left the squad. The coach already publicly admitted that the winning group no longer existed in the same form. The club’s new administrative structure also influenced the process.
The organization chart being reformulated prioritized a change in the bank before Apertura 2026 and the post-World Cup 2026 period. The board sought a different cycle for the team.
Guillermo Almada emerges as the main name to replace Jardine
Uruguayan Guillermo Almada appears as the favorite to take the role. Ele is already on México and is negotiating with the América board. Almada has a victorious pass over Pachuca and Santos Laguna in Liga MX.
The coach won national and continental titles in his previous teams. Sua experience with medium and long-term projects pleases the new azulcrema command. Outros names like Diego Alonso were also mentioned in initial conversations, but Almada leads the negotiations.
The fans expect a quick decision. América needs to assemble the squad for Apertura 2026 with a focus on reinforcements and adapting to the new style.
Legado from Jardine achieves an unprecedented third title in short tournaments
André Jardine left a deep mark on Americanism. Ele led the club to the first three-peat of the short tournament era. The Brazilian also won smaller international competitions and consolidated its status as the most winning team in México.
Jogadores and staff praised the coach’s commitment during the period. Apesar of the final stumbles, the overall balance was positive for the majority of those involved.
The club is now beginning the process of complete reformulation. Isso includes possible reformulation of the squad and adjustments to the coaching staff. Mundial 2026 serves as the backdrop for these changes in Coapa.
Detalhes of the deal and next steps for América
The termination occurred amicably. Ambas the parties avoided public wear. Jardine must receive severance pay as per the contract. Ele is already planning a return to Brasil or a new opportunity abroad.
Enquanto that’s it, América works on the transition. The board intends to announce the new coach soon to start the pre-season in good time. The focus is on assembling a competitive team for the second semester.
- Expectativa for occasional reinforcements
- Adaptação in the style of the possible new commander
- Manutenção from pillars as Henry Martín
- Preparação for the tight post-World Cup schedule
The environment at Coapa remains agitated. Jardine’s departure ends a glorious chapter and opens space for a new phase in México’s most popular club.