After being with the Peruvian national team in the 2026 qualifiers match, Paolo Guerrero returned to Ecuador to join the training with Liga de Quito for the crucial match against Emelec on Sunday, October 22 for the 10th round of the Liga Pro.
According to reports from Ecuadorian media, Paolo Guerrero will not be part of these matches. Mr. Offsider stated that the Peruvian striker will be reserved by LDU for the match against Emelec.
The portal detailed that Paolo Guerrero felt the strain of the double date of the qualifiers and has a minor ankle injury. For this reason, Luis Zubeldia decided not to risk the attacker.
Ecuagol also reported on the ankle injury suffered by Paolo Guerrero. The Ecuadorian media added that the Liga de Quito coach wants to take care of the striker for the Sudamericana final, which will take place on October 28.
Paolo Guerrero may not play against Emelec
Why would Paolo Guerrero not play against Emelec?
According to reports from Ecuador, Paolo Guerrero would have felt the rigors of the double date of the 2026 qualifiers, which is why his coach at Liga de Quito decided that resting is opportune.
Luis Zubeldia considers Paolo Guerrero an important piece in his system of play, that's why he doesn't want to risk him. The coach understands that the striker must arrive at the Sudamericana final in his full physical condition.