Néstor Lorenzo assumed the technical direction of Colombia after the blow that meant being left out of Qatar 2022. But in two years of mandate, rHe changed the image of the Tricolor and successfully led the renovation. Runners-up in America, qualification for the next World Cup and only two defeats in 30 games, results that – added to a good collective performance – support their work.
For the Argentine coach, the recognition is not only local. At the international level, his performance leading the Colombian team also stands out. Recently, it was included by FourFourTwo among the best in the world.
The prestigious British magazine published the ranking of the 50 best technicians on the planet and there the name of Lorenzo appeared. As specified in the report, the ranking was prepared by a panel of experts who They evaluated tactical ability, player management and achievements, regardless of club level.
“Fighting relegation with a very tight budget It is as important as winning a title with a lot of money… at least on this list,” FourFourTwo specified.
Lorenzo, 35th in a list without Colombians
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City coach leads the ranking; while Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid) and Xabi Alonso (Bayer Leverkusen) complete the podium. Also in the top 10 are Unai Emery, coach of Jhon Jader Durán at Aston Villa, and Arne Slot, who manages Luis Díaz in Liverpool.
Néstor Lorenzo appears in box number 35, surpassing Marcelo Gallardo, Vincent Kompany and Oliver Glasneramong others. FourFourTwo highlighted his victories with Colombia against world champion teams and the extensive streak without defeats that he maintained until the final of the Copa América.
“You may only have memories of Lorenzo from the 1990 World Cup or his later spell at Swindon Town, pBut the former central defender has been brilliant since taking over as Colombia coach in 2022. Lorenzo’s team was undefeated in 28 games since his appointment two years ago until they were finally defeated by Argentina in extra time of this year’s Copa América final,” the magazine noted.
“In that two-year streak, Lorenzo led Colombia to beat Spain, Brazil, Uruguay and Germany, and returned the favor to Argentina by also beating them in a World Cup qualifying match. “They could be one of the teams to watch if they manage to qualify for the finals in two years,” he added.
From South America, six Argentine coaches are present (including Lorenzo), a Brazilian, Fernando Diniz, and a Chilean, Manuel Pellegrini. The best on this continent is Lionel Scaloni, world champion and two-time American champion with the Albiceleste.
The best technicians on the planet
1. Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)
2. Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
3. Xabi Alonso (Bayer Leverkusen)
4. Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
5. Simone Inzaghi (Inter Milan)
6. Unai Emery (Aston Villa)
7. Lionel Scaloni (Argentine National Team)
8. Diego Simeone (Atletico Madrid)
9. Arne Slot (Liverpool)
10. Thomas Tuchel (England National Team)
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35. Néstor Lorenzo (Colombia National Team)
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