Paolo Guerrero was at the center of attention following Alianza Lima’s 1-1 draw with Deportivo Garcilaso in the sixth matchday of the Liga 1 Apertura tournament. Beyond the controversy surrounding a spectacular goal from midfield that was disallowed, the veteran forward faced a tense situation upon his arrival in the capital.
While near Jorge Chávez Airport and speaking with the media, several fans began calling out the 42-year-traditional’s name. Yet, the striker was visibly unhappy when one fan referred to him as ‘Paolín.’
Paolo Guerrero Confronts Fan Who Called Him ‘Paolín’
Upon identifying the individual, Paolo Guerrero interrupted his walk and approached the fan. The supporter responded, “‘You’re Paolo, aren’t you?’” Guerrero quickly diffused the situation and entered his vehicle.
Paolo Guerrero Indignant Over Disallowed Goal in Cusco
Guerrero also voiced his frustration regarding the controversial call to disallow his goal while speaking to reporters.
“It’s ‘crazy,’ that’s why we are where we are. I didn’t commit a foul. Imagine, if that’s a foul, imagine… That’s why we struggle so much in international championships,” he stated to Teledeportes cameras.
“It’s unfair. It wasn’t a foul, it was a normal play, I knew I wasn’t going to reach him and he slipped. I went past him and I believe I scored a legitimate goal that would have given us a 1-0 lead and some peace of mind,” he added to the press.
Next Match for Alianza Lima
Alianza Lima will look to secure a win to maintain their position at the top of the Liga 1 standings. The Blanquiazul team will host Juan Pablo II this Saturday, March 21st, for the eighth matchday of the Apertura tournament. The match will be played at Matute, starting at 6:30 p.m. (Peruvian time).
