Jorge Cazulo: From footballer to coach, a Uruguayan with sights set on Peruvian football

Football is a sport that transcends borders and cultures, bringing together people from different places under the same passion. This time, the story takes us to a player born in Uruguay, who after giving his all on the field as a footballer, found in Peru his new opportunity as a coach. Jorge Cazulo, known for his time at Sporting Cristal, has been away from football in recent months, dedicating his time to other projects and studying the sport he is passionate about. In a recent interview, Cazulo shared his experiences and reflections on his time in youth football in Peru. He highlighted the commitment and enthusiasm of young players to achieve their dreams, but also emphasized the deficiencies and problems in the system, which in his opinion does not adequately value the players. In this sense, he advocated for providing them with the necessary tools for their integral development, both in sports and personally. The Uruguayan coach is clear that his next challenge is to coach at a professional level, a step he has been preparing for since his time with Sporting Cristal's reserve team. Cazulo is attracted to working in Peruvian football despite its challenges, because he sees it as an opportunity to contribute to improving the system and because he trusts in the example of other successful coaches in the country. Despite receiving offers to coach other teams, Cazulo decided to wait for a project that truly convinces him, with a clear vision and an approach that aligns with his values and abilities as a methodical and committed coach. His experience as a player has allowed him to understand footballers and work on their individual growth, aiming for his teams to be protagonists in all phases of the game. Regarding his time at Sporting Cristal, Cazulo affirms that his love for the club remains unchanged, regardless of whether he is with them or not. He acknowledges the influence the club's culture had on his life and is proud to have been a part of it. As a coach, he aspires to leave a legacy beyond sporting results, seeking to make a lasting impact on the lives of the players he coaches and the clubs he works with. In a context where patience and time are key elements for building solid teams, Cazulo echoes the words of Ramón Mifflin by pointing out the importance of allowing coaches to work and develop their long-term projects. As part of a new generation of coaches seeking to make a difference in Peruvian football, Jorge Cazulo is getting ready for his next challenge with the conviction of contributing his bit to the evolution of the sport he loves.