The coach of the Guatemalan national team, Luis Fernando Tena, is undergoing a medical recovery process at his residence in the Mexico City, after facing difficult weeks after undergoing gallbladder surgery that led to a second intervention due to infection.
In statements given to the Mexican media Récord, The strategist explained the details of his state of health and made it clear that, despite the difficulties, his evolution is positive.
“I had gallbladder surgery and it was complicated by an infection. Then they had to operate on me a second time and with a good dose of antibiotic,” said the Mexican technician, who continues under treatment while he fully recovers his condition.
Absence, rumors and institutional support
Medical complications forced He tended to momentarily step away from his duties at the head of the Bicolor, situation that generated a wave of speculation on social networks about a possible permanent departure from the Guatemalan bench.
The rumors gained more strength after Guatemala’s heavy defeat against Algeria on the most recent FIFA Datea match in which the team was led by his assistant, Salvador Reyes.
Given the growth of misinformation, the National Football Federation of Guatemala issued an official statement to deny any version of the coach’s departure, reaffirming its continuity in the sports project.
Tena clears doubts about her future
Tena himself also came out against the rumors, leaving a clear message about his commitment to the Guatemalan team.
“I’m better now, although I’m still taking the antibiotics. I’m going to continue with the Guatemalan National Team, I have no intention of changing,” he said firmly.
The strategist has federation support after the decision to extend his contract for a second cycle, after failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. His continuity now aims to lead the process towards the 2030 World Cup.
The challenge of rebuilding the path
Looking to the future, Tena’s main challenges will be the upcoming official commitments, including the Concacaf Nations League, which will begin in September, key tournament to measure the evolution of the national team.
The recovery of the technician and his permanence provide stability to a process that seeks to consolidate, amid the demand for results and the need to narrow the competitive gap in the region.