Julio Cascante

Cascante started his career at Orión in 2011, before transferring to UCR for a three-year stint. Cascante signed with Saprissa for the second half of the 2016 season, helping the team earn their 33rd league title. He also made five appearances in the CONCACAF Champions League during his time with Saprissa. After starting his career in his native Costa Rica, Cascante signed with MLS side Portland Timbers on 2 January 2018. Cascante helped the team return to the MLS Cup final before falling to Atlanta United 0–2. Cascante was traded from Portland Timbers to MLS expansion side Austin FC in exchange for $250,000 in general allocation money on December 13, 2020. In April 2023, Austin FC extended Cascante's contract through the 2025 season, with a 1-year club option for 2026. On 17 September 2026, Cascante joined A-League Men club Melbourne City ahead of the 2026–27 season on a one-year deal with an option for a further season.

Cascante was first called up for the Costa Rica national football team for the 2015 Olympic qualifying. Starting in 2023, Cascante became a regular on the Costa Rica national football team, making appearances in friendlies, CONCACAF Nations League, and 2024 Copa América.

Club

As of 2 November 2025

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International

As of match played 9 September 2025

Scores and results list Costa Rica's goal tally first.

Saprissa

Liga FPD: 2016–17