After the bad start to the 2026 qualification Chilean teamSince Eduardo Berizzo has resigned from his position as coach, the team is looking for a new coach. One of the most popular names that fans are waiting for is Ricardo Gareca, who has been without a club since leaving Vélez Sarsfield at the beginning of 2023. The 'Tigre' could have a new national team under his command after the successful spell at Blanquirroja, which he led to the World Cup and made them fight for the Copa América title.
What obstacles would Ricardo Gareca have to face to lead Chile?
From Mapocho territory they point out that an obstacle to the commitment of the strategist are some connections he maintains in Peru: “Ricardo Gareca is a hero in Peru. He signed a contract with a bank (Scotiabank) in Peru, and he is.” “An important contract. The problem is that if he were to lead the Chilean team it would cause inconvenience,” he said. Pablo FlamePanelists of the above program.
“That’s also part of the work that needs to be done. Gareca constantly travels to Peru to give lectures, for which he is paid quite well. This is all one of the things that needs to be clarified in the negotiations, because.” “This man. At the moment he is the one who takes the lead and he is the one who comes closest to Juan Pinto Durán. If there is no surprise of enormous magnitude, it should be him,” he added.
What did Ricardo Gareca say about Chile's leadership?
When asked about his possible arrival at La Roja, the Argentine did not close his doors, but hinted that it was an option to consider: “Chile is a very important team. I would have to analyze and think about it because it is a rival of Peru. I know what “people think and how Peruvians experience it. In short, I was a professional. Nothing will ever change how we (he and his coaching staff) feel about Peru.”
Which teams has Ricardo Gareca coached?
- Velez Sarsfield: 2023
- Peru national team: 2015–2022
- Palmeiras: 2014
- Velez Sarsfield: 2008–2013
- Santa Fe: 2007-2008
- Sports University: 2007-2008
- Córdoba Workshops: 2006-2007
- Cali America: 2005-2006
- Córdoba Workshops: 2001
- Colon: 2000-2001
- Córdoba Workshops: 1998-1999
- Independent: 1997