Cristian Techera

Cristian Rafael Techera Cribelli (born May 31, 1992) is a Uruguayan footballer who plays as a forward for Sport Boys.

Career Techera began his career in 2010 with River Plate Montevideo, where he played for five seasons.

He was loaned out to Major League Soccer club Vancouver Whitecaps FC on April 9, 2015. Techera signed permanently with Vancouver on January 4, 2016.

Style of play Upon signing the player on loan in 2015, former Vancouver Whitecaps coach Carl Robinson described Techera as "a quick natural winger, who can play on both sides of the pitch. He has great technical ability and will excite in the attacking third." His MLS Profile describes him as "a technical, speedy winger capable of both scoring and setting up his teammates. The Uruguayan makes up for his small frame with speed and an ability to withstand physical play from opposing defenders." A diminutive midfielder or forward, his nickname is "the bug," due to his small stature.

Honours Vancouver Whitecaps Canadian Championship: 2015