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Why aren't there more Mexican managers coaching abroad?

EDITOR'S NOTE: This was originally published in Spanish for ESPN Mexico. Find the original here.

MEXICO CITY -- The debate in Mexico is constant over the number of homegrown players who try their hand abroad, particularly in Europe, as the country seeks to grow its brand and quality of football. However, there is no such debate over its managers or the handful of them who have left Mexico for opportunities elsewhere.

France not only shows off its players around the world's top leagues, but also the number of coaches who ply their craft in other countries and thrive.