Yancarlo Casas Dioses (born 29 October 1986) is a Peruvian professional footballer who primarily plays as a right-back. Known for his defensive capabilities and work rate, Casas has had a lengthy career in Peruvian club football, representing several prominent teams in the Liga 1.
Early Life and Career Beginnings Born in Lima, Peru, Casas began his football journey in the youth academies before making his professional debut in the early 2000s.
Club Career Casas's career has seen him represent numerous clubs across the Peruvian top-flight league.
- Universitario de Deportes: Casas started his professional career at one of Peru's most historic clubs, Universitario. He was part of the squad that notably won the Peruvian Primera División title in 2009, although his role was primarily as a squad player in that successful campaign.
- Sport Huancayo: He has had multiple stints with Sport Huancayo, becoming a more prominent figure and a regular starter. During his time there, he contributed to their campaigns in both domestic leagues and their participations in continental competitions such as the Copa Sudamericana.
- Other Clubs: Throughout his career, Casas has also played for a variety of other Peruvian clubs, showcasing his consistency and reliability. These include Alianza Atlético, Cienciano, Sport Boys, Ayacucho FC, Juan Aurich, UTC de Cajamarca, and Los Chankas. He has consistently been a dependable option in the right-back position for these teams, valued for his defensive stability and experience.
Playing Style Casas is characterized by his robust defending, tactical discipline, and ability to effectively cover the right flank. While primarily a defender, his experience allows him to read the game well and contribute to the team's overall structure.
Honours
- Peruvian Primera División:
- Winner: 2009 (with Universitario de Deportes)
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