LDU Quito defeated Fortaleza on penalties for the 2023 Copa Sudamericana grand final. At the end of the game Paolo Guerrero was interviewed by the media. In the middle, Luis Zubeldia He interrupted the conversation to give the international striker an emotional hug. Let’s remember that the “Predator” has a good relationship with the Argentine coach, who specifically asked him to strengthen him for the second half of the season.
What did Paolo Guerrero say about the LDU coach?
Speaking to ESPN, Paolo Guerrero revealed this Luis Zubeldia He called him personally to convince him to sign LDU of Quitoafter leaving the Racing Club de Argentina.
“In the three months I have been here I have experienced incredible moments. Since I arrived here in the Liga Deportiva Universitaria, there was one purpose, one goal, which was to win the Sudamericana. When I ended my contract with Racing, Professor Zubeldía called me and told me: “I need you here because I’m sure that with you we will win the Copa Sudamericana.” And that’s what moved me, what made me do it has to come to the Liga de Quito. I think that call.” “That was important and today we’re celebrating the championship,” said the national striker.
Paolo Guerrero missed a penalty against Fortaleza
In the penalty shootout Paolo Guerrero was responsible for taking the first penalty LDU of Quito. However, the national striker missed his shot. Despite this, the Ecuadorian team was able to win the Copa Sudamericana title. Goalkeeper Alexander Domínguez was the hero for the White club, saving three penalties.