Sergio Verdirame
Sergio Ariel Verdirame Serpentiello is an Argentine former professional footballer who played as a forward for clubs of Argentina, Chile and Mexico. He is currently the head coach of seven-a-side football club Aniquiladores FC in the Kings League Américas.
Playing career
Verdirame was born in Santa Fe, Argentina, and began his career with Colón. He later moved to Colo-Colo in Chile, where he was part of the team that won the 1991 Copa Libertadores. In 1991, he transferred to Monarcas Morelia in Mexico, scoring 16 goals in 38 matches, his most prolific season.In 1992, Verdirame joined Monterrey and spent four seasons with the team. Afterward, he played for Cruz Azul and Santos Laguna before returning to Monterrey in 2002, where he retired.
Managerial career
In 2023, Verdirame was appointed head coach of Aniquiladores FC in the Kings League.In November 2024, Verdirame was announced as the head coach of the Colombian national team for the upcoming Kings World Cup Nations, a tournament featuring streamers and content creators. This appointment marks a significant step in his coaching career, expanding his influence beyond club management to the international stage.
Honours
National Titles
- Copa México: 1996
- Chilean Championship: 1990, 1991
International Titles
- Copa Libertadores: 1991
- CONCACAF Champions' Cup: 1996
- Recopa de la Concacaf: 1993