From the World Cup to Mendoza United FC - Played with Messi, Coached by Maradona, Now Coaching at MUFC.

Diego Pozo is a former Argentine National Team goalkeeper who played with players such as Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria and was part of the squad for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa under legendary coach Diego Maradona. He earned several caps with the national team, was featured in high-level international matches, and gained invaluable experience on the world stage. 

Over a distinguished 20-year professional playing career, Diego played for top-tier clubs across Argentina. He competed in the Primera División (1st Division) with Colón de Santa Fe (167 appearances), Godoy Cruz, and Huracán, and also played for Talleres and Instituto in Primera B Nacional (2nd Division). His years in goal were marked by consistency — qualities that laid the foundation for his transition into coaching. 

Diego began his managerial career in Primera Nacional (2nd Division) with Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza in 2019, where he led the team until February 2022. He then coached Racing de Córdoba (2nd Division) from June 2023 to March 2024, and most recently managed Patronato, also in the Primera Nacional, from May to December 2024. At Mendoza United FC, Diego brings much knowledge from his playing and coaching careers. His extensive experience as a player and coach at high levels of competition provides Mendoza United FC athletes with unparalleled insights into professional football. 

Rodrigo Martín Abaurre: Proven to Teach & Develop Americans to reach Argentine and European Levels

Rodrigo Martín Abaurre is a former professional defender and an experienced coach with a long-standing career in Argentine football. He played across multiple divisions, including the Primera B Nacional (2nd Division) with Godoy Cruz and Independiente Rivadavia, and the Torneo Argentino A and B (3rd and 4th Divisions) with clubs like Luján de Cuyo, Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza, and Central Norte. He also played internationally for Real España in the Honduran First Division, bringing a broader perspective to his game. As a player, as Martin for his tactical discipline and understanding of defensive structure. After retiring, Martin transitioned into coaching, beginning as an assistant at Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza in 2016 before stepping into a co-head coach role in 2018. He helped guide the club through a competitive promotion campaign in Argentina’s second Division. With decades of experience on the field and the sidelines, Martin brings valuable insight into player development. His work at Mendoza United FC ensures that players benefit from top-tier Argentine and European football methodology, delivered by a coach who has lived and led at every level of the game.