Francisco

Spain · Manager · Santos Laguna

15y In management

10 Clubs

2 Countries

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off pitchBBC SportOfficial source· 8 Aug 2026

Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after long illness

The man who guided Lionel Messi's career from age 14 has passed away in his hometown.

off pitchGiveMeSportEstablished source· 8 Aug 2026

Nadal's Heartfelt Message to Messi After Father's Death

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal showed his class with a touching message to Lionel Messi after his father passed away.

off pitchThe GuardianOfficial source· 8 Aug 2026

Jorge Messi, Father of Lionel, Dies at 68

The family of Lionel Messi announced the passing of his father and agent after a long illness.

off pitchGiveMeSportEstablished source· 8 Aug 2026

Messi's 2020 English Talents Tip: None Made World Cup Squad

In 2020, Messi tipped four English youngsters for greatness—now none are in the 2026 World Cup squad.

injuryThe GuardianOfficial source· 8 Aug 2026

Mount Injury Mars United's PSG Draw

Mason Mount's foot injury overshadowed Manchester United's creditable 1-1 draw with PSG.

Personal info

Role: Manager
Full name: Francisco Javier Rodríguez Vílchez
Born: 17 Jun 1978 (age 48)
Birthplace: Almería, Spain
Nationality: Spain
Clubs managed: 10
Current club: Santos Laguna

Overview

Francisco is a Spanish football coach born on 17 June 1978. He has managed numerous clubs, including Almería, Almería II, Córdoba, Elche, Girona, Huesca, Lugo, Rayo Vallecano, Santos Laguna, and UCAM Murcia. As of his current role, he is the head coach of Mexican club Santos Laguna.

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Top headlines

Messi's Heartfelt Tribute to Father Jorge After Death at 68
GiveMeSport · 8 Aug 2026
Carrick plays down Mount injury after early exit vs PSG

Mirror Football · 8 Aug 2026

Jorge Messi, Father of Lionel, Dies at 68

Daily Mail Football · 8 Aug 2026

Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies at 68

Mirror Football · 8 Aug 2026

Fenerbahce open Lukaku talks as Napoli eye Arsenal star

GiveMeSport · 8 Aug 2026

Carrick Urged to Sell Mount After PSG Draw

GiveMeSport · 8 Aug 2026

Mount hobbles off in United's PSG friendly

Daily Mail Football · 8 Aug 2026

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