Rafael Puente Suárez (born 5 February 1950) is a Mexican former professional footballer and manager. He currently works as an analyst for ESPN Deportes and ESPN Mexico.
Born in Mexico City, Puente began playing football with Mexican Primera División side Atlante F.C. He also played for Club América but was forced to retire following a knee injury.
After he retired from playing, Puente became a football coach. He managed Atlante, C.F. Pachuca and Tecos.
Puente's son, Rafael Puente Jr., was also a professional football player and was manager of Lobos BUAP. Puente Jr. also worked as a commentator alongside his father for ESPN before leaving to coach Lobos BUAP.
Rafael Puente – FIFA competition record (archived)
Rafael Puente at National-Football-Teams.com
Rafael Puente Suárez at Liga MX (archive) (in Spanish)
Rafael Puente (Rafael Puente Suárez) – Liga MX stats at MedioTiempo.com (archived) (in Spanish)