Biography
Who is Claudio Úbeda?
Early life and playing career
Claudio Úbeda was born in Rosario, Argentina. He began his senior football career with Central Córdoba during the 1987 to 1988 season. His performance helped the team secure a promotion to the Primera B Metropolitana. In 1988, he joined the youth system at Racing Club.
By 1990, he made his debut in the top flight with Rosario Central. He became a regular starter for the team by 1991. In 1994, he transferred to the Mexican club Tampico Madero. He returned to Argentina the following year to play for Racing Club again, where he established himself as a key defensive player.
Transition to management
After retiring as a player, Claudio Úbeda immediately moved into coaching. He took over as the manager of Huracán on December 21, 2007. He oversaw the squad for 24 matches before leaving the position in September 2008. In December 2009, he signed a contract to manage Independiente Rivadavia.
His career path included multiple stints back at Racing Club. He returned there as an assistant to Alfio Basile in December 2011. Later, in August 2016, he served as the interim manager for the first team following the departure of Facundo Sava. He also managed the reserve team starting in December 2015 and later held an interim role in 2021 after Juan Antonio Pizzi left the club.
Work with Boca Juniors
In his later coaching career, he spent significant time working as an assistant to Miguel Ángel Russo. This partnership began at Al-Nassr in December 2021. The two continued to work together at other clubs, including Rosario Central, San Lorenzo, and Boca Juniors.
Following the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, Claudio Úbeda was named the manager of Boca Juniors on October 9, 2025. He was tasked with leading the team for the remainder of that year. After successfully qualifying the club for the 2026 Copa Libertadores, he was confirmed as the permanent manager for the following campaign.
Birthday and age
Claudio Úbeda was born on September 17, 1969, which makes Claudio 57 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Claudio shares the date with 51 other famous people.
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