Jair Collahuazo
Jair Antonio Collahuazo Vaca is an Ecuadorian professional footballer who plays as a central defender for MLS Next Pro club New York Red Bulls II, on loan from Emelec.
Club career
Emelec
Born in Esmeraldas, Collahuazo began his career in the youth academy of Emelec. Collahuazo's first team debut with Emelec was postponed due to a call-up for a microcycle with the Ecuador under-17 team in September 2023, with teammate Diogo Bagüí drafted in to cover for an injury crisis instead.New York Red Bulls II
On 29 February 2024, it was reported that New York Red Bulls II had acquired Collahuazo on a one-year loan deal with an option to purchase.International career
Collahuazo was called up to the Ecuador under-17 team for the 2023 South American U-17 Championship, and despite not starting in the first match, established himself as one of Ecuador's key players as the nation finished second place to Brazil.He was called up again for the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup, stating that if his teammates were all focused, they could win the tournament.