Freddy Ternero

Freddy Ternero is a former Peruvian football player and coach, renowned for his success as a coach with Cienciano, leading the team to win the Copa Sudamericana and Recopa Sudamericana. His transition from sports to politics began in 2006 when he capitalized on his popularity and was elected as the mayor of San Martín de Porres, serving from 2007 to 2010 and then being re-elected for another term until 2014. Ternero's involvement in politics is notable for his efforts to leverage his athletic fame to impact his community.