Francisco Iturbide appointed new president of Liga MX
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Liga MX has appointed Francisco Iturbide as its new president, following the recent tenure of Mikel Arriola. Arriola will continue in his role as commissioner of the Mexican Football Federation. This change marks a significant transition in leadership for the Mexican top-flight soccer league, as Iturbide takes over the responsibilities previously held by Arriola. The announcement was made on Friday.
- •Francisco Iturbide replaces Mikel Arriola as Liga MX president.
- •Arriola remains commissioner of the Mexican Football Federation.
- •The announcement was made on July 24, 2026.
- •This marks a significant leadership shift for Liga MX.
- 11:06 PMESPN Soccer — Liga MX announce Iturbide as new president
"Liga MX announced on Friday that Francisco Iturbide will replace Mikel Arriola as the new president of the Mexican top-flight, thereby leaving Arriola as commissioner of the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) after he recently held both roles.
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