The Peruvian national team suffered their third consecutive loss after falling to Argentina on Matchday 4 of the 2026 Qualifiers. This situation further highlighted the anger of the national fans, who question the continuity of coach Juan Reynoso.
Diego Rebagliati, a sports commentator, analyzed the statements made by the 'Cabezón' in a press conference after the match against the 'Albiceleste', which surprised many Peruvian fans. He was very critical of the physical condition of the players, Bryan Reyna, Franco Zanelatto, and Joao Grimaldo.
"How can a coach of Peru expect to be successful if he thinks that Peruvian league players are not good enough? We have 15 players abroad playing in the most diverse leagues in the world," he said.
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"The universe of Peruvian players abroad has experienced a marked decrease in quality in terms of where they play, how they play, and how they are. So it's impossible for you to expect success with Peru if you don't rely on the Peruvian league. It was a very unfortunate statement or he underestimated what he was saying, or he really thinks that there is not as much talent as he wants us to believe," he concluded.
What did Juan Reynoso say about Bryan Reyna and Joao Grimaldo after the loss to Argentina?
"It's clear that we are not at all satisfied. I will only close by saying that unfortunately, Bryan and Joao, who have incredible talent, are not even able to last 60 minutes," stated the coach of the Peruvian national team in an interview with Movistar Deportes.