Mikel Arriola Named Interim President of Mexico Football Federation
Mikel Arriola, the current president of Liga MX, has been appointed as the interim president of the Mexico Football Federation (FMF) for upcoming events sanctioned by Concacaf and FIFA. This decision comes in light of the absence of a permanent figure to lead the federation.
The Role Transition: From “La Bomba” to Arriola
Juan Carlos Rodríguez, popularly known as “La Bomba,” was the previous president of the FMF before he resigned from his position in December 2024. During his tenure, Mexico saw three national team coaches at the helm: Diego Cocca, Jaime Lozano, and Javier “Vasco” Aguirre. Despite Rodríguez’s resignation occurring three months ago, it was only on March 9 that Arriola was appointed to take on the new role of representing Mexico in all sanctioned events.
Looking Ahead: Arriola’s Future and the General Assembly
The owners of Liga MX clubs are scheduled to convene for a general assembly in May to officially confirm Arriola’s position as the interim president of the FMF. This assembly also presents an opportunity for the club owners to potentially elect a new president for the league if they so desire. Arriola had assumed the roles of president for both Liga MX and Liga de Expansion back in 2021. However, it remains uncertain whether he will continue to hold these responsibilities under the new restructuring of leadership.
Expert Insights: The FMF’s Official Statement
In a statement released by the Mexican Football Federation, it was highlighted that “According to the social statute of the FMF, the president commissioner has the power to represent the federation in all kinds of congresses, assemblies, meetings, tournaments, and competitions convened by the national and international sports organizations of which it is a member.” The statement further clarified that “Mikel Arriola will be the one who will exercise the international representation of our association and for these purposes he will hold the position of president of the FMF, which is the position recognized in FIFA and Concacaf.”
The transition of leadership within the Mexico Football Federation marks a significant moment in the organization’s history, with Mikel Arriola stepping into a pivotal role to guide the federation through upcoming sanctioned events. As the football landscape continues to evolve, all eyes will be on Arriola as he navigates this new chapter in Mexican football.
