Efraín Araneda

Efraín Antonio Araneda Estay (born 5 June 1978), also known as Chico, is a football manager and former player. Born in Chile, he played for the Tahiti national team at international level.

Playing career
After being with the youth systems of both Cobreloa and Universidad Católica, Araneda made his professional debut abroad with Belgian club Visé. Back in Chile, he played for Colchagua and Trasandino in 1999 and 2000, respectively.

In 2001, he emigrated to French Polynesia after noticing the Chilean players David Cubillos and Antonio Flores played in that country, and joined AS Tefana. He returned to Chile to play for San Luis de Quillota between May and October of the same year. Back in Tahiti, he played for AS Tefana, AS Dragon, AS Pirae and Central Sport. In Central Sport, Araneda coincided with his compatriots Miguel Ángel Estay, César Castillo, Sergio Sandoval and Diego Cifuentes.

Managerial career
After his retirement, he became the manager of Central Sport, where he had performed as both assistant coach and player.

Personal life
His son, Diego, is a footballer who has represented Tahiti U20.

In addition to his work as a football coach, he performs as a tour guide.

Player
AS Dragon
 * Tahiti Ligue 1: 2012–13

Tahiti
 * OFC Nations Cup: 2012

Manager
Central Sport
 * Tahiti Ligue 1: 2017–18