Herrera takes over from Claudio Vivas who was sacked by the Costa Rican Football Federation (FCRF) following the country's exit from the CONCACAF Nations League's quarter-finals

Miguel Herrera will attempt to secure World Cup qualification after being selected as the new Costa Rica head coach.

The 56-year-old Herrera, a former defender who coached Mexico to the last 16 at the 2014 World Cup and a CONCACAF Gold Cup title in 2015, replaced Gustavo Alfaro who left in August to coach Paraguay. Le damos la bienvenida a Miguel Herrera, nuevo entrenador de la Selección de Costa Rica ⚽️

Miguel Herrera, former coach of Mexico, was presented as Costa Rica's new national team manager, becoming the first Mexican to lead the team. His main goal is to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, facing challenges like the playoff against Belize and the Gold Cup.

Costa Rica have appointed former Mexico coach Miguel Herrera, charging him with leading them to the FIFA World Cup 26.

Miguel Herrera has been appointed as Costa Ricas new head coach, aiming to lead the team to the World Cup after their recent CONCACAF exit.

Former Houston Dynamo FC designated player and recent Toluca signing Héctor Herrera must fulfill a three-game ban he received at the end of the last MLS season for spitting at the ref in the Dynamo's playoff game against the Seattle Sounders.

Former Mexico coach Miguel Herrera has been appointed as Costa Rica’s head coach ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the country’s soccer federation (FCRF) said in a statement.

Former Mexico coach Miguel Herrera has been appointed as the new head coach of the Costa Rica men's national soccer team. He replaces Gustavo Alfaro, who left to coach Paraguay. Costa Rica is competing in the CONCACAF World Cup qualifiers,

The final decision to hire Herrera reflects the federation’s confidence in his experience and ability to lead the team to greater heights. Herrera’s unveiling is expected in the coming days, and fans might not have to wait long to see him in action.