Ricardo Gareca will be Chile's new coach for the 2026 South American qualifiers and the 2024 Copa América. After a short and frustrating time at Vélez Sarsfield, the “Tigre” will wear the jersey of a national team again after two years. Likewise, his first game as La Roja coach will be against France.
There is no doubt that the Argentine has left an indelible impression Peruvian team. You know that very well Yoshimar Yotunwho admitted that it will be nice to see us again Gareca and he wished him good luck with Chile, but not during the games he will play against Bicolor.
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Yoshimar Yotún speaks after Gareca's arrival in Chile
In conversation with the media Yoshimar Yotun was questioned about the arrival of Ricardo Gareca becomes the new coach of the Chilean team. In this context, the Sporting Cristal midfielder replied: “Glad to see him doing what he likes again. The 'Professor' is able to lead any team. I wish him all the best to get along well with everyone except Peru.”
In this sense, he pointed out that the Argentine strategist deserves our respect for everything he meant during his stay in Blanquirroja. “Now he is on the other side, but we still have great respect for him and on the field each of us will defend our colors and try to win,” he added.
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When will Ricardo Gareca make his debut for Chile?
It was confirmed via social networks that the Chilean team will play an international friendly against France on March 26th. In this sense, this game will be the first that La Roja plays under the technical direction of Ricardo Gareca.
Ricardo Gareca is already in Chile to introduce himself as the new coach. Photo: The Republic.
How much will Ricardo Gareca earn in Chile?
According to the newspaper La Tercera Ricardo Gareca receives an annual salary of $2.8 million per year. Furthermore, his contract runs until the end of qualifying in 2026 with the possibility of extending it after World Cup qualification.