Norberto Carlos Araujo López (born 13 October 1978) is an Ecuadorian[2] football manager and former player who played as a central defender.

In late 2010, Araujo legally obtained his Ecuadorian citizenship, allowing him to be called up to the Ecuador national team.

Despite not being called up for a number of pre-tournament friendlies, Araujo was chosen to be part of Ecuador's squad for the 2011 Copa América.

[5] He earned his first cap on 25 June 2011, versus Mexico in a friendly game prior to the start of the tournament.

On 27 December 2023, after being Patricio Hurtado's assistant at Cumbayá, Araujo was appointed manager of the club for the 2024 season.