The interim coach of Atlético Nacional, Hernán Darío “El Arriero” Herrerais 64 years old and was born in Angelópolis (Antioquia), but grew up in Caldas.
In that municipality he began to play soccer kicking jars and stones in paddocks.
In 1975, When he was 15 years old, he reached the National youth team and eight months later he made his professional debut.. He became the permanent starter in 1977 and was champion in 1976 and 1981.
Those who saw him play speak of his great technique and quality with the ball, starting off as an offensive midfielder.
In 1999 he began his career as a coach, directing Real Cartagena, in the second division of Colombian soccer. That same year he became champion, and would repeat the title in 2004. Then he directed América de Cali y al Pasto.
He currently works as a strategist in the minor divisions of Atlético Nacional.
However, He already had the opportunity to direct the professional team, between August and November 2018 after the resignation of the Argentine Jorge Almirón, and managed to win the title of the Copa Colombia 2018.
He has trained in Europe and the fans recognize him as a great reference for the Antioquia club.
His immediate challenge will be to try to turn around the Copa Libertadores series against Olimpia of Paraguay, this Thursday (7:30 pm) at the Atanasio Girardot stadium.
