The first triumph of the Reynoso era in Peru and a philosophy that is beginning to stand out | CHRONICLE

It was presumed that after a long time, Peru would play with very few fans against Paraguay, at the Monumental. And so it seemed to be. The stadium looked desolate, shortly before kickoff. Fortunately, that changed as the minutes progressed. There are no official figures, but everything indicates that 20,000 spectators were widely exceeded.

The selection has become accustomed to having the support of its fans. That’s encouraging. Also, because it was Juan Reynoso’s first game in front of the Bicolor. About the match itself. it is always positive to win. So be it in friendlies. And more to a team like Paraguay’s, which should never be underestimated beyond its current status.

It is very clear that there are essential players, although it is not politically correct to say so. Gallese is one of them. In the summaries he usually appears with some saving save. Yesterday he had a one-on-one in the first half, which reflects everything that is asked of a goalkeeper: reflexes, technique and seriousness. The other is Christian Cueva: it took him a while to reconfirm what we know very well: there is no other like him. Not yet. Not tomorrow or the day after.

Reynoso kept some bets such as the double lock in the midfield with Aquino, this time together with Cartagena, and Bryan Reyna on the left lane. But he also made his debut for José Rivera, Mannucci’s winger, and confirmed that he trusts Carlos Ascues more than himself. Above, Alex Valera had one and, as the decalogue of a good striker dictates, he converted. It was a header after a cross from ‘Canchita’ Gonzales.

At the end, both teams would be left with ten, after the expulsions of Alexander Succar and Balbuena. The match got heated. Second win in three games for Reynoso. The first in Peru. Let the adjustments against Bolivia continue.