Paolo Guerrero discusses his thoughts on the play of the Peruvian national team following the encounter against Argentina at La Bombonera. He admitted that they needed to play with the ball more aggressively, but he also strongly criticized the referee, saying that although players were touching the Argentine team, fouls were being called, but the contrary was true.
Guerrero made a sharp criticism of the referee's officiating to the media after the game. He said, "It’s a bit difficult to play against ; every contact was a foul for the referee, but when we were touched, no calls were made. They are a bit tough, but you know how it is."
Paolo Guerrero, the 'Predator', reaffirmed his grievance in another interview, stating that no Argentine player, even Lionel Messi, could be harmed without the entire Peruvian team being penalized for a foul. The Peru skipper said, "We were touched and no fouls were called. You touch Messi with a finger and a foul is called on us all. That makes it a bit difficult because it conditions you."
“I think we don't dare enough as well” : Paolo Guerrero
The Peruvian national squad has to be more adventurous with the ball, Guerrero also said. He made a statement following the 2026 Qualifiers against Argentina. He added, "I think we don't dare enough as well. I believe we could have played a bit more, launched more. I think in this match we were not overwhelmed. Leaving with empty hands hurts a lot."
FIFA has made the decision to expand the FIFA World Cup to 48 teams beginning in 2026 in an attempt to make it more diverse and inclusive. More national teams will be able to participate in the world's top football event thanks to this historic move. For example, South America's quota will increase to six and a half spots. Peru would be hopeful of getting one of the spots for the coveted tournament in 2026.