Paolo Guerrero didn’t play in the last game League of Quito for the second phase of Ecuador’s LigaPro, but still managed to attract media attention. The Peruvian striker caught the attention of the press in the north of the country with his radical haircut and even “inspired” the manager of his club’s social networks, who did not hesitate to compare the “Predator” with the legendary former French player. Zinedine Zidanebut not exactly because of the quality of his game.
“How proud Zidane is of us,” commented the Albo club’s official report alongside a photo of his striker. The news quickly went viral and the 39-year-old footballer was not unaware of the excitement that arose when he was consulted about it.
What did Paolo Guerrero say about his haircut?
Speaking to the ESPN network after the Liga de Quito victory over Mushuc Runa, the captain of the Peruvian team revealed the secret of his drastic change in appearance, but clarified that it was not based on a desire to imitate “Zizou”. “I decided to cut my hair and told the barber to take it all off,” was Guerrero’s simple answer.
The white club joked with the “Predator” on social networks. Photo: LDU/X recording
However, this is not the first time that the goalscorer has decided to shave his head. Already in June of this year, before the friendly match between Peru and Japan, the attacker surprised with a similar appearance to the one he is showing these days.
Paolo Guerrero focused on the LigaPro final
About his team’s next game (final against Valley Independent), Guerrero was cautious about the level of Matagigantes: “They are a rival that plays very good football and no one is the favorite. One has to prepare well and analyze their virtues and shortcomings,” he said.
“I am happy that I reached the second stage. There are two finals that we have to win and we are preparing for that. “On Monday we have to focus on the finals again,” added the Peruvian.
When will Paolo Guerrero play in the LigaPro 2023 final?
The Ecuador 2023 A Series final between Liga de Quito and Independiente del Valle will be played in two home and away games. The first match will be played at the Banco Guayaquil Stadium on Sunday, December 10, from 4:30 p.m. (Peruvian and Ecuadorian time). The second leg will take place on Sunday December 17th at the same time at the Rodrigo Paz Delgado Stadium.