Juan Arnoldo Cayasso
Juan Arnoldo Cayasso is a celebrated former Costa Rican footballer known for his significant contributions to the national team, including scoring the first goal for Costa Rica in a World Cup 35 years ago. Recently honored at the Estadio Ebal Rodríguez before a match between Santos and Sporting, Cayasso showcased his enduring passion for the sport by touching the ball again, evoking memories of his storied career. At 63, he remains a symbol of talent and pride for the Caribbean community in Costa Rica, with fans continuing to celebrate his legacy and the historic moments he helped create in the world of football.
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Juan Arnoldo Cayasso is mentioned among the players who have represented both Saprissa and Alajuelense.
Alajuelense vs. Saprissa: El primer traspaso bomba del fútbol tico revive con tesoro de Walter Elizondo
Costa Rica· 2025-10-18
Juan Arnoldo Cayasso is celebrated for scoring Costa Rica's first goal in a World Cup during Italy 90.
El precio de la gloria en Italia 90: La pierna ‘deformada’ de Juan Cayasso, héroe ante EscociaCosta Rica· 2025-07-05
Juan Arnoldo Cayasso, the legendary player who scored Costa Rica's first goal in a World Cup, expressed that seeing the Cup is a very special moment for footballers.
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Juan Arnoldo Cayasso scored the historic goal that is still celebrated 35 years later.
Italia 90 revivió en el corazón de los futboleros a través de una Gala dedicada a leyendas vivientesCosta Rica· 2025-06-12
Juan Arnoldo Cayasso scored the goal that led Costa Rica to defeat Scotland in the 1990 World Cup.
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Juan Arnoldo Cayasso is a legendary figure in Costa Rican football, whose goal record was matched by Daniel Colindres.
Municipal Liberia le da una paliza inimaginable al Pérez Zeledón a domicilioCosta Rica· 2025-04-28
Juan Arnoldo Cayasso is referenced in an anecdote shared by Óscar Ramírez regarding a goal during the 1990 World Cup.
Óscar Ramírez dice las verdades de frente sobre AlajuelenseCosta Rica· 2025-04-18
Juan Arnoldo Cayasso is a historic figure in Costa Rican football who was honored before a match for his contributions to the sport.
Video: Juan Arnoldo Cayasso volvió a tocar el balón como en los viejos tiemposCosta Rica· 2025-04-13