In the debut of the Chilean National Team against Peru for the Copa América, La Roja had a day in which you can hardly get positive feelings. Inaccuracy in the delivery of the ball and practically no collective plays in attack marked the day in the United States. To make matters worse, Diego Valdés delivered terrible news.
The player who plays for América de México, started the game as a starter and despite the low collective level, he appeared to be one of the players who tried the most to cause damage to the Peruvian defense. Unfortunately, Before the first half ended, he had muscle discomfort.
Going into the second half, he would end up being replaced by Darío Osorio. In the end, the change would not have great impacts on La Roja’s game. The young player who plays in the Danish league was never able to get on the field and did not show signs of his main offensive characteristics.
The goalless equality against the Peruvians deprived Chile of adding the first three points. For the second day, the challenge will be of the highest demand. The Argentine National Team, world champion and led by Lionel Messi, will present itself as Chile’s rival.
Diego Valdés delivers bad news for La Roja
From the moment he was replaced, Diego Valdés set off alarm bells in the coaching staff. Well, the worst was confirmed. According to journalist Marco Escobar, who is in the United States, The América player was completely ruled out for the duel against Argentina.
The communicator confirmed the information in DSports. “He has discomfort in the soleus, in his left leg. Do you remember the Qualifiers match with Venezuela, where Valdés had a difficult time? It’s the same area”. Given this, Gareca will have to move its pieces and look for the most suitable replacement.
The alternatives to replace Valdés
Thinking about the match against the Albiceleste, logic would indicate that the replacement for the former Audax Italiano could be again Dario Osorio. The young man who plays in Denmark, had a good performance in the friendly matches played in Europe. Although it is true that he seemed somewhat timid against Peru, he is still a more than valid option.
Other options you could consider for the second date, It could be the inclusion of Marcos Bolados and Ben Brereton. Both entered from the substitutes’ bench and although they could not influence the game much, they show that they are well considered by the Argentine coach.
