Overview
- Tena told Mexico’s daily Récord he is home on antibiotics after a gallbladder operation became infected and required a second surgery, and he plans to keep leading Guatemala.
- Guatemala’s soccer federation issued a formal statement denying reports of his resignation and affirming his continuity as head coach.
- Federation president Gerardo Paiz said Tena has a contract through 2030 and noted that his future in the job relies on his physical recovery.
- He missed the March international window because of the procedure, with assistant Salvador “Chava” Reyes coaching as Guatemala lost 7-0 to Algeria in Genoa.
- The federation said it awaits his return once he recovers, a message meant to steady the team and fan base while doctors set the timeline.