Errol Daniels (born 31 March 1956) is a Costa Rican former professional footballer who played as a forward. He is best known for his tenure with Deportivo Saprissa, one of the most successful clubs in Costa Rican football, and for representing the Costa Rica national team during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Early Life and Youth Career
Daniels was born in San José, Costa Rica. He began playing football at a young age and progressed through the youth system of Deportivo Saprissa, joining the club’s junior ranks before being promoted to the senior squad.
Club Career
| Years | Club | Appearances* | Goals* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975–1984 | Deportivo SapRissa | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information |
| 1985–1987 | Cartaginés | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information |
| 1988–1990 | Limonense | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information |
*Exact appearance and goal statistics are not comprehensively documented in publicly available sources.
During his spell with Saprissa, Daniels was a prolific scorer, contributing to multiple league titles. He was noted for his positional sense, aerial ability, and finishing proficiency. His performances earned him recognition as one of the leading forwards in the Costa Rican Primera División during the late 1970s.
International Career
Daniels earned caps for the Costa Rica national team, participating in regional competitions such as the CONCACAF Championship. While detailed records of his international appearances and goals are limited, he was part of the national squad during a period when Costa Rica was consolidating its presence in Central American football.
Playing Style
Contemporary accounts describe Daniels as a classic centre‑forward, combining physical strength with technical skill. He was effective in holding up the ball and creating scoring opportunities for teammates, as well as finishing chances himself.
Post‑Retirement
Following his playing career, Daniels remained involved in football, undertaking coaching roles at the youth level and serving as an ambassador for the sport in Costa Rica. He has also been referenced in media retrospectives highlighting historic figures in Costa Rican football.
Honors
Club
- Costa Rican Primera División titles (with Deportivo Saprissa): multiple championships between 1975 and 1984 (exact seasons not fully enumerated in available sources).
Individual
- Recognized among the top scorers of the Costa Rican league during his active years (specific season tallies not uniformly recorded).
Legacy
Errol Daniels is remembered as a significant figure in Saprissa’s history and Costa Rican football overall. His goal‑scoring record contributed to the club’s dominance in the domestic league, and he is frequently cited in discussions of notable Costa Rican forwards from the late 20th century.
Note: Comprehensive statistical data for many Central American leagues from this era are sparse; therefore, precise match appearance and goal totals are unavailable in the public record.