Inter Miami Coach Mascherano Resigns Amid Fan Backlash

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Reported Facts

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•Javier Mascherano resigned as Inter Miami head coach on 2026-04-14, shortly after guiding the club to an MLS title.
•Inter Miami announced Guillermo Hoyos as Mascherano’s replacement on 2026-04-16.
•Guillermo Hoyos is an Argentine coach from Córdoba with previous experience managing clubs in South America and Europe.
•Hoyos has a long-standing personal and professional relationship with Lionel Messi dating back to Messi’s youth career.
•Russian outlet reports on 2026-04-14 confirmed Mascherano’s departure from Inter Miami as head coach.
•Channel News Asia reported on 2026-04-14 that Mascherano had left Inter Miami, describing the move as a surprise.
•Argentine coverage on 2026-04-15 highlighted Hoyos’ background and his history working with Argentine players.
•Regional reports described Inter Miami fans’ reactions to Mascherano’s exit as "spicy", including criticism of the club’s leadership and concern over the team’s future with Messi.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Guillermo Hoyos quickly delivers strong results with Inter Miami in MLS and continental competitions Fan anger over Javier Mascherano’s exit may fade, and support could shift firmly behind Hoyos and the club’s current project.

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RURIA Novosti (RU)Маскерано покинул пост тренера ФК "Интер Майами"CNChannel News AsiaInter Miami coach Mascherano leaves club AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Longtime Messi friend Hoyos unveiled as Inter Miami coach AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Mascherano resigns as Inter Miami coach months after MLS glory

On 2026-04-16, Inter Miami confirmed Argentine coach Guillermo Hoyos as the new head coach, two days after Javier Mascherano resigned from the MLS club. The sudden departure of Mascherano, who had recently led the team to MLS success, triggered angry and sarcastic reactions from many Inter Miami fans online. Supporters are now divided between frustration over losing Mascherano and cautious interest in Hoyos, who has past links with Lionel Messi and Argentine football.