Juan Carlos Garrido
Spanish football manager with success in Africa and Europe.
Juan Carlos Garrido Fernández (born 29 March 1969) is a Spanish football manager.
Quick Facts
- Nationality
- Spanish
- Role
- Head Coach
- Club affiliation
- Al-Nassr
Lore & Background
Garrido began managing at age 24 with local amateurs El Puig Club de Fútbol. He coached CD Onda, Villarreal's farm team, in the 1998–99 season. He led Villarreal B to promotion to Segunda División in 2009. He became Villarreal's first-team manager on 1 February 2010, leading them to fourth place in La Liga and the Champions League in his first full season. He was sacked on 21 December 2011 after a 0–2 home loss to CD Mirandés in the Copa del Rey. He later managed Club Brugge, Real Betis, Al Ahly, Ettifaq, Raja Casablanca, Al Ain, Étoile Sportive du Sahel, Wydad AC, CD Castellón, Ismaily, and USM Alger.
Reader's Guide
Garrido's managerial career includes stints in Spain, Belgium, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, the UAE, Tunisia, and Algeria. He won the Egyptian Super Cup and CAF Confederation Cup with Al Ahly in 2014, and the Moroccan Throne Cup and CAF Confederation Cup with Raja Casablanca in 2017 and 2018 respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
How was Juan Carlos Garrido appointed to the role?
His arrival followed a recommendation from Pep Guardiola after he had already established himself in Saudi football. He was appointed alongside Carlos Corberán, who served as his assistant during this pivotal period.
What were Juan Carlos Garrido's major achievements with Al-Nassr?
Under his guidance, the club finished as runners-up in the Saudi Super Cup and qualified for the group phase of the AFC Champions League. These results highlighted his ability to navigate high-stakes competition effectively.
Did Juan Carlos Garrido manage other teams before joining Al-Nassr?
Yes, he had a previous stint managing Al-Ittihad alongside Caneda prior to his appointment at this club. This experience contributed to his understanding of the local league dynamics during his time in Riyadh.
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