Paolo Guerrero made history with LDU Quito and will play in the Copa Sudamericana final for the first time. After Defensa y Justicia’s elimination in Argentina, the “Predator” regretted missing one of his goals, but was happy about the placement. On the other hand, he remembered his former team Corinthiansa club that lost to Fortaleza in the other semi-final.
“We went out to play, we had a lot of chances to score and I had a shot that unfortunately didn’t go in, but overall we played a great game. Very calm and happy with the result and the classification,” he said soon as the game ended.
Regarding Timao, an institution with which he was a goalscorer and achieved that Club World Cup 2012, The 39-year-old striker expressed regret that they were unable to overcome their streak and recalled his time with the São Paulo side with some nostalgia.
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“We were waiting for the rival between Fortaleza and Corinthians. I would have liked Corinthians because I have a past and a story. But we know that Fortaleza is a big rival: it will be tough and a nice final,” he added.
When will Paolo Guerrero play in the Copa Sudamericana final?
The Copa Sudamericana 2023 final between LDU Quito vs. Fortaleza will take place next Saturday, October 28th at Domingo Burgueño Miguel Stadium (Uruguay). Conmebol is expected to confirm the timing of the signing in the coming days.
Paolo Guerrero before defense and justice
Unlike the first leg, in which he scored a brace, Paolo Guerrero He failed to score but his participation was key in the 0-0 draw against Defensa y Justicia and secured his ticket to the final. He even had a shot that hit the post.