Nacho Rodríguez, Zacatepec Exporter and World Championshipist with Mexico Died in 1986

Ignacio “Nacho” Rodríguez Bahena, former professional footballer and exporter of the Mexican National Team, died on the night of this Monday, May 19, 2025, in Cuernavaca, at 68 years old. According to sources close to the family, the former player had long faced a battle against cancer. You may be interested: Teams of the Expansion League sue the FMF and MX League against the TAS; demand return of the ascent and descent Who was “Nacho” Rodríguez…

He was born in Zacatepec, Morelos, and made his debut for Los Cañeros in 1977.

He was born in Zacatepec, Morelos, and made his debut for Los Cañeros in 1977.

Mexican football is dressed in mourning with the sensitive death of Ignacio ‘Nacho’ Rodríguez Bahena , former National Team member at the 1986 Mexico World Cup. ‘Nacho’ Rodríguez, lost his life at 68 years of age as a result of cancer, a disease he had made public weeks earlier and, unfortunately, wreaked havoc in a very short time.

Ignacio Rodríguez Bahena «Nacho Rodríguez», third goalkeeper of the Mexican National Team in the 1986 World Cup, who during his career as a professional footballer played for Zacatepec, Morelia, Atlante and Tigres, died last Monday night.

Mexican football lost one of its great arch guards. Ignacio “Nacho” Rodríguez Bahena, former goalkeeper and iconic figure of the Zacatepec Club died on the night of Monday, May 19, 2025, according to several Morelos sports media. “Nacho” had already had several months facing health problems. The news has shocked the Morelos sport, where it is remembered as a symbol of dedication, passion and cañero pride.