Miguel Ángel Russo: Football Pays Tribute – Olé

08/10/2025 20:42hs.

The death of Miguel Ángel Russo It caused pain throughout Argentine football: clubs from all over the country, from those who directed him to those who had him as opponents, posted messages in memory of the coach. who died at 69 years old.

All football messages for Miguel Ángel Russo

AFA

The AFA sent a message.

The Argentine Football Association, through its president Claudio Tapia, expressed its deep sorrow for the death of Miguel Ángel Russo and sent a warm hug to his family and loved ones.

Boca

The message that Boca posted.The message that Boca posted.

With great sadness, Boca announced the death of Miguel Ángel Russo. In its message, the club stressed that the deté left an indelible mark on the institution and will be remembered as an example of joy, warmth and effort. “Goodbye, dear Miguel!” was the closing of the xeneize statement.

Claudio Tapia

Tapia's tweet for Russo.Tapia’s tweet for Russo.

The president of the AFA had words of recognition for Miguel. “Miguel Ángel Russo left and, with him, a way of living football. But I’m not just talking about the coach, I’m talking about the man, because I was lucky enough to know him. His greatness was in the gestures, in the humility, in that respect with which he walked around the world, even when he had won so much. My most sincere condolences to his family and friends. Without a doubt, he left a mark on Argentine football. The memory will always be with that smile that he loved so much. characterized. Fly high, Miguelo!”

Lanus

Laús also sent him his affection.Laús also sent him his affection.

Lanús expressed his deep pain at the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, who led the team between 1989 and 1994 and then between 1999 and 2000. They remembered his fundamental role in the promotions of 1990 and 1992 and highlighted him as a key figure in the sporting growth of the institution. They sent their condolences to the family and assured that “Miguel will forever be in the garnet heart.”

Students

A son of the house. Students in mourning.A son of the house. Students in mourning.

Estudiantes (LP) expressed its deep regret for the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, whom it defined as the institution’s “prodigal son and football glory.” The La Plata club affectionately accompanied his family and loved ones in this difficult time.

Rosario Central

The tweet that Central dedicated to Russo.The tweet that Central dedicated to Russo.

Central said goodbye to Russo with a brief but heartfelt phrase: “A warrior of life. A warrior of Central”, accompanied by the auriazules colors and the symbol of infinity.

San Lorenzo

San Lorenzo, the penultimate team that Russo led, also uploaded a message to the networks.San Lorenzo, the penultimate team that Russo led, also uploaded a message to the networks.

From San Lorenzo they deeply regretted the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, who was the club’s coach in two stages and is considered a legend of Argentine football. The institution accompanied his family and loved ones in this moment of sadness and said goodbye to the coach with an emotional “See you always, Miguelo!”

Diego Maradona’s account

The message from Diego's official account.The message from Diego’s official account.

River

Huge gesture: River sent his condolences to his family.Huge gesture: River sent his condolences to his family.

River Plate expressed its regret over the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, current coach of Boca Juniors, highlighting his extensive career in Argentine soccer both as a player and technical director. The club accompanied the family and friends in this moment of deep pain.

Gym

The Gymnastics message.The Gymnastics message.

In La Plata they dedicated a post to Miguel. “From the La Plata Gymnastics and Fencing Club, we regret the death of Miguel Ángel Russo and we accompany his family and loved ones in this difficult moment. Goodbye, Miguel!”, they uploaded a photo of Diego Maradona with Russo.

Millonarios FC (Colombia)

Millonarios, where he directed, also dedicated a post to him.Millonarios, where he directed, also dedicated a post to him.

Millonarios FC, together with its president Enrique Camacho, the Board of Directors and the entire technical and administrative staff, deeply regretted the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, whom they considered a close friend. “We will always remember you, Miguel,” they expressed from the Colombian institution that also had him as a coach.

Colón

Columbus' statement.Columbus’ statement.

The Colón Atlético Club expressed its regret for the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, current coach of Boca Juniors and former technical director of the Santa Fe team in 1999. The people of Sabalero accompanied their family, friends and relatives in their grief, with a heartfelt farewell message: “See you always, Miguel!”

Angel Di Maria

Di María's post.Di María’s post.

“Thank you for teaching us, thank you for so many joys. You will remain forever in our hearts. Rest in peace, dear Miguel.”

Juan Sebastian Veron

Verón's post.Verón’s post.

“How difficult this moment is, it’s hard to believe. Thank you so much, for your friendship with my old man, for always calling to see how Juan was, for your affection, for that enormous love for the colors that united us. I will remember you with gratitude… You left, but you left much more than you imagined.

You were one of those heroes that we will always remember in our stories, a legend of our Club.

I don’t know if there is that place where everyone meets, I like to think so. Hug them all and give Juan a big hug. Kiss Miguel”.

Cristian Fabbiani

Fabbiani's heartfelt message for Russo.Fabbiani’s heartfelt message for Russo.

The Ogro remembered Miguel Ángel Russo as the coach he trusted to promote him to the elite. “You were the first to raise me to First Division. You were the first to support me through my illness. You were the first to help me as a coach. You always helped me when I needed advice. All my respects to you, Miguel. Strength Russo Family.”

Tigre

Tigre's tweet dedicated to Russo.Tigre’s tweet dedicated to Russo.

Club Atlético Tigre expressed its deep respect and affection towards Ignacio Russo, a player on the team, after the death of his father, Miguel Ángel Russo, a transcendental figure in Argentine soccer. In its message, the institution assured that the entire Matadora Family accompanies the footballer and his loved ones in this difficult moment. “RIP Miguel Ángel”, they closed.

Institute

Institute and an emotional message.Institute and an emotional message.

The Institute expressed its support in the pain of the family, friends and relatives of Miguel Ángel Russo, in an event that mourns Argentine football. From the club they remembered with affection the “beautiful synergy between father and son” that united Miguel with Ignacio Russo, and sent their condolences with a heartfelt “See you always, Miguel.”

Professional League

The Professional Football League deeply regretted the death of Miguel Ángel Russo and accompanied his family, friends and the Boca Juniors Atlético Club in this difficult moment. In its statement, the organization fired the coach, highlighting him as “an emblem as a player and coach, and above all, a great person and example for all of Argentine football.”

Julio Falcioni

Falcioni's message.Falcioni’s message.

Julio Falcioni dedicated a heartfelt message to Miguel’s memory. “A great coach and a better person left. My condolences to his family and friends. RIP.”

Racing

Racing's post.Racing’s post.

Racing’s statement regretted the death of Miguel Ángel Russo. He was coach of the professional team between 2010 and 2011 and with an outstanding career in Argentine soccer. “We send a warm hug to his family, loved ones and friends,” he posted.

Aldosivi

Aldosivi, in mourning.Aldosivi, in mourning.

From Mar del Plata they sent a moving message to say goodbye to Miguel. “The Aldosivi Club regrets the death of Miguel Ángel Russo,” he uploaded to the networks.

Marcus Cole

Marcus Cole is a senior football analyst at Archysport with over a decade of experience covering the NFL, college football, and international football leagues. A former NCAA Division I player turned journalist, Marcus brings an insider's understanding of the game to every breakdown. His work focuses on tactical analysis, draft evaluations, and in-depth game previews. When he's not breaking down film, Marcus covers the intersection of football culture and the communities it shapes across America.

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