In the first four matches of the Eliminatory for the 2026 World Cup, Peru only earned one point. The level that the national team has been showing under the command of Juan Reynoso generates doubts, and fans are calling for a change in the coaching staff.
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Claudio Pizarro was asked about Peru's performance in the Eliminatory. The former national team striker indicated that he is there to support the team, and the squad is working to do things right.
"I am here to support and encourage my national team. There are friends who are doing their best, as well as the coaching staff. We have to support them," expressed Claudio Pizarro to Bella Alvites / URPI-LR.
Claudio Pizarro revealed his feelings for not playing in the 2018 World Cup
In an interview for Al Ángulo, Claudio Pizarro revealed that it was a difficult period for him not to be part of the squad that played in the 2018 World Cup.
"I have said it many times, for me, not going to the World Cup was the most challenging situation of my football career because I believed there was a possibility for me to go, and I believed I could contribute," said Pizarro.