Overview
- At the presentation of his program La Sustancia, Gareca quipped that Peruvians like him more now because he coached Chile and they finished last.
- He acknowledged that his spell with La Roja produced poor results that left Chile without a path to the 2026 World Cup and behind Peru in the table.
- He emphasized respect for Chile, noting he was treated very well even though he does not celebrate the outcomes.
- Chilean outlets reacted harshly to his remarks and record, with coverage describing his tenure as a sporting failure.
- Asked about reports linking him to club roles such as Alianza Lima, he said he will not consider or discuss offers until after the World Cup due to existing commitments.