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Boca Juniors coach Miguel Ángel Russo dies at age 69
Miguel Ángel Russo led Boca Juniors to multiple titles including the 2007 Copa Libertadores and remained involved with the club during his cancer battle, dying at 69.
- On Wednesday, Boca Juniors confirmed Miguel Ángel Russo died at 69 after a long battle with cancer, the club announced on social media in Buenos Aires.
- Diagnosed in 2017, Russo's prostate cancer worsened in recent months with several hospital stays, and he was confined at home earlier this week, forcing him to step down from daily duties.
- On September 21, Russo led Boca Juniors to a 2-2 draw with Central Córdoba at La Bombonera stadium in his final public appearance and last match at the helm.
- Fans and football colleagues worldwide mourn Miguel Ángel Russo, with San Lorenzo writing `San Lorenzo deeply mourns the passing of Miguel Angel Russo, who coached the club on two occasions and is a legend of Argentine football` and Velez Sarsfield expressing deep sorrow.
- He spent 50 years in football as a player and manager, making more than 400 appearances for Estudiantes and winning two national titles; his legacy continues through his son Ignacio Russo, 24, who plays for Tigre.
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