Club León is a professional football club based in León, Guanajuato, Mexico, competing in Liga MX, the top division of Mexican football. Founded in 1944 through the merger of Unión de Curtidores and Selección de Guanajuato, the team has a rich history and a passionate fan base.
Recent Performance: In the 2024-2025 Liga MX season, León finished 11th in the regular phase, narrowly missing out on the final phase of the tournament.
Recent Controversy: On March 21, 2025, FIFA disqualified Club León from the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup due to violations of multi-club ownership regulations. Both Club León and Pachuca CF are owned by Grupo Pachuca, leading to a conflict of interest. As a result, Costa Rican team Alajuelense will replace León in the tournament. Club León plans to challenge FIFA’s decision, arguing their administrative distinction from Pachuca CF.
Current Squad and Management: The team is managed by Eduardo Berizzo, with Sebastián Rambert, Ernesto Marcucci, and Sebastián Maz serving as assistant managers. Roberto Bonano is the goalkeeper coach, and Fernando Morelli and Mario Avendaño handle fitness coaching. Physiotherapists Víctor Vera and José Limón, along with team doctor Valentín Villa, complete the coaching staff.
Club León’s Social Media Presence: Club León maintains an active presence on social media platforms, including Instagram, where they engage with their fan base through regular updates and interactive content.