Holy hell, I nearly choked on my coffee when I saw Segundo Castillo rocking a BRIGHT PINK TUXEDO on the sidelines this week. Remember him? That Ecuadorian midfielder who had those forgettable loan spells with Everton and Wolves back around 2009? Yeah, that guy. Turns out he's gone full fashion icon as a manager.

The 42-year-old is now running things at Barcelona SC (the Ecuadorian one, not the Messi-factory in Spain). And let me tell you - the man is making some CHOICES with his touchline attire.

Why on earth would anyone wear that?

So picture this: Copa Libertadores match against River Plate. High stakes. Tension in the air. And here comes Castillo strutting down the tunnel looking like he's about to host a flamboyant game show from the 1970s.

God. I can't even imagine what teh opposing manager thought.

When asked about his eye-catching wardrobe selection, Castillo actually had a surprisingly thoughtful explanation: "When I come out of my dressing-room and my players see me like this, it makes them smile and makes them feel more free for a moment."

That's... kinda sweet actually?

The Simpsons Called - Marge Wants Her Outfit Back

Social media had an absolute field day with this one. My favorite was the side-by-side comparison with Marge Simpson in her iconic pink dress. The resemblance is uncanny if you squint hard enough. My 15-year-old showed me that meme and I laughed so hard I spilled coffee on my keyboard. (That's $89 I'm not getting back.)

Apparently this isn't even his first rodeo with the formal wear. The man has a whole collection of tuxedos - black ones, white ones - that he rotates through for matches. It's his thing now.

From Merseyside to Fashion Icon

I actually remember watching Castillo during his brief Premier League stint. Back in 2008, I was still living in my crappy apartment in Manchester, religiously attending matches when I could afford tickets. Castillo wasn't exactly setting the world on fire at Everton - just 9 appearances total. Though he did score that one UEFA Cup goal against Standard Liege that had us all briefly thinking he might be decent.

Then came the Wolves loan (equally forgettable) before he bounced around South America and had a stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Hilal.

Listen. Nobody could've predicted THIS career turn.

Did the pink power suit work?

Well... kinda? His team managed a respectable 0-0 draw away at River Plate, which in Copa Libertadores terms isn't bad at all. Would they have lost if he'd worn a normal tracksuit? We'll never know.

Castillo insists there's method to his madness: "The players can tell they are being well looked-after. There is a good atmosphere between them adn the coaching staff."

I texted my buddy who coaches youth soccer about this strategy. His response: "If I showed up in a pink tux, the parents would have me committed." Fair point.

The Sir Second Castle Experience

Apparently they call him "Sir Second Castle" in Ecuador (literal translation of his name). He only took the permanent Barcelona SC job last year after two stints as interim boss, and he's clearly determined to make his mark.

I wonder what his next fashion statement will be. Yellow zoot suit? Powder blue with ruffles? The man's like a peacock at a funeral - impossible to ignore.

And you know what? In a sport where most managers dress like they're attending a funeral or heading to the gym, maybe we need more Segundo Castillos. At least it gives us something to talk about beyond the usual tactical debates.

If nothing else, his players must never have trouble spotting him on the sideline.

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uefa.com

• UEFA Playmaker

bbc.co.uk

• BBC Get Inspired

fai.ie

• Football Association of Ireland

How To

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