Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Matías Almeyda
Discover the career path of Matías Almeyda, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Matías Jesús Almeyda is an Argentine former professional football player and current manager. He is known for his passionate and attacking style of play, both as a player and a coach. Almeyda has managed several clubs, including River Plate, where he led them back to the Argentine Primera División after their historic relegation. He also achieved success with Guadalajara in Mexico, winning multiple titles. Almeyda's managerial career is marked by his ability to instill a strong team spirit and tactical flexibility.
2 days ago : Matías Almeyda receives offers to coach in Mexico after Sevilla setback, América negotiation.
After an unsuccessful stint in Sevilla, Matías Almeyda is reportedly considering offers to return to coach in Mexico, with Club América potentially in negotiations. His potential return is generating headlines.
1996: Primera División Title and Copa Libertadores with River Plate
In 1996, Matías Almeyda helped River Plate secure the Primera División title after being inserted in the starting XI, and also won that year's Copa Libertadores.
1996: Silver Medal at Summer Olympics
In 1996, Matías Almeyda represented Argentina at the Summer Olympics, where he won a silver medal in football.
1998: FIFA World Cup Representation
In 1998, Matías Almeyda represented Argentina at the FIFA World Cup.
1998: Participation in 1998 FIFA World Cup
In 1998, Matías Almeyda was picked in the squad for the FIFA World Cup in France and started in all five games during the tournament.
2000: League and Coppa Italia Conquest with Lazio
In the 1999–2000 campaign, Matías Almeyda and Lazio achieved league and Coppa Italia conquest.
2002: FIFA World Cup Representation
In 2002, Matías Almeyda represented Argentina at the FIFA World Cup.
2002: Selected for the 2002 World Cup
In 2002, Matías Almeyda was selected for the World Cup which was held in South Korea and Japan, and played in the 1–1 group stage draw against Sweden.
2002: Move to Inter Milan
In the summer of 2002, Matías Almeyda was exchanged with Vratislav Greško and moved to Inter Milan.
May 2007: Debut for Lyn Oslo
On May 13, 2007, Matías Almeyda made his debut for Norwegian Premier League side Lyn in Oslo.
January 2009: Signs with Fénix
In January 2009, Matías Almeyda signed with Fénix in the fourth division after nearly agreeing on a return to River Plate.
August 2009: Re-joins River Plate
In August 2009, Matías Almeyda re-joined his main club River Plate.
June 2011: Retirement and Appointment as River Plate Team Manager
In June 2011, after River Plate was relegated to the second level, Matías Almeyda retired from football and was appointed team manager the following month.
2011: Primera B Nacional Win
In 2011, Matías Almeyda's River Plate won the Primera B Nacional, earning promotion back to the top division.
November 2012: Departure from River Plate
In November 2012, Matías Almeyda left River Plate after 18 months in charge.
2012: Libertadores Qualification
In 2012, Guadalajara qualified to the Libertadores for the first time since then as a result of winning the Supercopa MX.
April 2013: Signs with Banfield
In early April 2013, Matías Almeyda signed with Banfield in the Argentine second level.
September 2015: Appointed Manager at Guadalajara
On September 15, 2015, Matías Almeyda was appointed manager at Guadalajara of the Mexican Liga MX.
November 2015: Copa MX Title with Guadalajara
On November 4, 2015, Matías Almeyda's team won the Copa MX after defeating Club León by a score of 1–0.
2015: Sevilla Win Against Barcelona
On October 5 2025, he guided the team to a 4–1 league victory over defending champions Barcelona. It was Sevilla’s first win against Barcelona since 2015.
July 2016: Supercopa MX Title with Guadalajara
On July 10, 2016, Matías Almeyda's Guadalajara played their first ever Supercopa MX and won their second trophy in under a year by besting C.D. Veracruz 2–0, and as a result qualified to the Libertadores for the first time since 2012.
April 2017: Copa MX Title
On April 19, 2017, Matías Almeyda led Chivas to their fourth Copa MX title, defeating Monarcas Morelia in a penalty shootout after a 0–0 draw.
May 2017: Liga MX Title
On May 28, 2017, Matías Almeyda's Chivas won their 12th Liga MX title after besting Tigres UANL by an aggregate of 4–3.
June 2018: Departure from Guadalajara
On June 11, 2018, Matías Almeyda left Guadalajara, citing differences with an executive.
October 2018: Appointed Head Coach of San Jose Earthquakes
On October 8, 2018, Matías Almeyda was appointed as the new head coach of Major League Soccer club San Jose Earthquakes, starting with the 2019 season.
2019: Missed Playoff Berth with San Jose Earthquakes
In 2019, Matías Almeyda attained 44 points within the Western Conference with San Jose Earthquakes, missing the playoff berth by one win.
April 2022: Parting Ways with San Jose Earthquakes
On April 18, 2022, Matías Almeyda and San Jose Earthquakes parted ways after a draw with Nashville SC.
May 2022: Signs with AEK Athens
On May 20, 2022, Matías Almeyda signed a two-year contract with Super League Greece club AEK Athens.
January 2023: Contract Extension with AEK Athens
On January 10, 2023, AEK Athens extended Matías Almeyda's contract until 2028.
May 2025: Parted ways with AEK
On May 13 2025, AEK and Almeyda parted ways after six consecutive losses in the playoffs.
June 2025: New Head Coach for Sevilla
On June 16 2025, the Spanish club Sevilla announced that Almeyda would be their new head coach.
2028: Contract end
In 2028 Matias Almeyda's contract with AEK Athens expires.
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