In praise of Peru's Paolo Guerrero: captain, record-breaker, warrior | Luis Miguel Echegaray


Peru face Chile in a vital derby on Tuesday, and much rests on their world-class No9 – a man who, if he wasn’t Peruvian, would be playing for Barcelona

Let me begin by saying that Ramiro Funes Mori is a fine player. Since making his international debut last year, the 25-year-old Everton defender has emerged as an important member for Argentina, as his versatility (he can play center-back or left-back) mixed with his strength and aerial dominance make the ex-River Plate player a valuable asset for the Albiceleste.

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