Douglas Sequeira

Costa Rican football manager and player

Douglas Sequeira - Costa Rican football manager and player
Born

August 23rd, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Costa Rica

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A former professional footballer and current manager, played as a defender during a career spanning from the late 1990s to early 2010s. Represented the Costa Rica national team, earning numerous caps and participating in major tournaments. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, taking on managerial roles at several clubs, including a prominent position with AD San Carlos in Costa Rica's Primera División.

Played for the Costa Rica national team

Managed AD San Carlos

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