Football clubs face coaching turnover and squad shifts

Various football clubs across South America and Spain are navigating significant roster and coaching shifts. In Argentina, the season has been marked by high managerial instability, with 21 technical directors leaving their posts so far in 2026. Notable departures include Marcelo Gallardo from River Plate and Eduardo Domínguez from Estudiantes. Independiente is also facing internal turmoil following the resignation of Gustavo Quinteros and squad depth issues in the left-back position.

In match results, Cerro Porteño secured a 1-0 victory over Sportivo San Lorenzo with a goal from Juan Manuel Iturbe. In Spain, CD Tenerife earned a victory against SD Eibary in their league debut. Meanwhile, Recreativo de Huelva showed improved form in a pre-season draw against Extremadura, and Correcaminos lost their lead in the Liga de Expansión MX following a defeat to Tapatío.