Carles Puyol surprised his followers by posting last Friday, through his Instagram story, that he was in Peru. The Spanish legend visited San Juan de Lurigancho to shoot a commercial and took the photos that the citizens requested. Now, he is attending the Universitario vs. Sporting Cristal match.
In the preview of the 2022 Liga 1 match, the cameras of GOLPERÚ focused on the popular 'Tarzan' being located in one of the stands of the Estadio Monumental. The former Barcelona defender took pictures and filmed the good atmosphere in the venue.
The fans instantly recognized the former player who was friendly and responded to greetings. Through social media, users highlighted his presence and hope that he will stay in Peruvian territory for a few more days.
In the hours leading up to the match, Carles Puyol posted photos of the places he visited in the capital. He also played a football match with children.
Carles Puyol: a lifetime at FC Barcelona
At 44 years old, Carles Puyol was one of the symbols of FC Barcelona. Born in Puebla de Segur, Lerida, he was part of the club's youth divisions and began his professional career at Barcelona B, before spending fifteen seasons at Barcelona, ten of them as captain, until 2014.
Puyol's list of honors with FC Barcelona includes six titles in the Spanish league, six in the Spanish Super Cup, two in the Copa del Rey, three in the Champions League, two in the Club World Cup, and two in the European Super Cup. With the Spanish national team, Puyol was part of the successes in the 2008 Euro Cup and the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.