Miguel Ángel Russo, the head coach of Boca Juniors, has passed away at the age of 69, a devastating loss for the club and Argentine football alike.
In a heartfelt statement, Boca Juniors expressed their sorrow, stating, “Miguel leaves an indelible mark on our institution and will always be an example of joy, warmth, and effort.”
Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017, Russo recently suffered from a urinary infection, according to Argentine media. He had to step down for his assistant, Claudio Úbeda, on September 21.
A former player turned respected coach, Russo made significant contributions to South American football, especially at Boca Juniors, where he is remembered as an iconic figure.
El Club Atlético Boca Juniors comunica con profunda tristeza el fallecimiento de Miguel Ángel Russo.
Miguel deja una huella imborrable en nuestra institución y será siempre un ejemplo de alegría, calidez y esfuerzo.
Acompañamos a su familia y a sus seres queridos en este… pic.twitter.com/czsB6lmNnq
— Boca Juniors (@BocaJrsOficial) October 8, 2025
The club concluded their emotional tribute with, “Goodbye, dear Miguel,” honoring a legend who will forever remain in Boca’s history.
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