Néstor Gorosito is an Argentine football coach and former player who established himself as a versatile midfielder. He enjoyed a successful playing career with clubs such as River Plate and San Lorenzo before transitioning into management. He is best known for winning the 2019 Copa de la Superliga as a manager and for his international contributions to the Argentina national team.
Néstor Raúl "Pipo" Gorosito, born on 14 May 1964 in San Fernando, established his reputation as a versatile midfielder before transitioning into a lengthy managerial career. Throughout his professional trajectory, he navigated domestic leagues in Argentina, Austria, Japan, and Chile, securing multiple continental and national titles as both a dynamic player and a tactical coach.
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Gorosito initiated his footballing journey at River Plate, where he contributed to the club's 1985–86 Primera División title and their 1986 Copa Libertadores victory. His career included an international stint with Swarovski Tirol in Austria between 1989 and 1991, where he won the Austrian Bundesliga in the 1989–90 season. Returning to Argentina, he had three separate spells at San Lorenzo, tallying 72 goals in 241 appearances. He also spent time in Japan with Yokohama Marinos in 1996 before finishing his playing days at Universidad Católica in 2000, having previously helped the Chilean side secure the 1993 Copa Interamericana and the 1995 Copa Chile. Between 1989 and 1997, he made 19 appearances for the Argentina national team, including victories in the 1993 Copa América and the Artemio Franchi Cup.
Managerial Trajectory
The transition to management began at Nueva Chicago in 2003, where he successfully avoided relegation. Subsequent appointments saw him manage San Lorenzo, Lanús, and Rosario Central before joining Argentinos Juniors in 2008, leading them to the Copa Sudamericana. His tenure at River Plate in 2009 ended following resignation, after which he moved to Spain to manage Xerez CD in 2010. Despite relegation, he recorded seven wins in 19 matches. Later, he managed Tigre, guiding the team to the 2012 Copa Sudamericana final, and secured the 2019 Copa de la Superliga. After a stint at UD Almería, he eventually added the 2020 Paraguayan Primera División title to his managerial honors while coaching Olimpia.
Health and Personal Details
Outside of his tactical duties, Gorosito experienced significant physical setbacks. In February 2012, while manager of Argentinos Juniors, he was involved in a car accident resulting in intestinal damage and a fractured vertebra. This incident necessitated a temporary departure from the pitch. Earlier in his career, during 2005, he also contributed to the sports media landscape as a consultant manager for Fox Sports Latin America. He is of the Catholic faith.
Fast facts
- Born: 14 May 1964, San Fernando
- Citizenship: Argentina
- Occupations: association football coach and player
- Notable playing honor: 1986 Copa Libertadores
- Managerial trophy: 2019 Copa de la Superliga
- International appearances: 19 for Argentina
- Languages: Spanish
- Religion: Catholicism
Questions readers ask
Which major clubs did Gorosito play for?
His career included River Plate, San Lorenzo, Swarovski Tirol, Yokohama Marinos, and Universidad Católica.
What significant titles did he win as a manager?
He won the Copa de la Superliga in 2019 with Tigre and the Paraguayan Primera División in 2020 with Olimpia.
