Former Peruvian national team defender Santiago Acasiete has been appointed as the new manager of FC Cajamarca. He officially took over the position on Tuesday, October 21st, replacing Paraguayan Celso Ayala, who stepped down due to health reasons. Acasiete’s primary mission is to steer FC Cajamarca away from the relegation zone in the Torneo Clausura 2026. The team currently faces a challenging situation, and the new manager has limited time—only five matchdays—to improve their standing. He expressed regret over the team’s recent struggles, indicating a desire to quickly turn things around. The appointment signals a new chapter for the *norteño* club as they fight to maintain their position in Peruvian football's top tier.