Peruvian+Soccer

Peru being part of the South American nations also toes the line of its neighboring nations and supports soccer as a major sport[5]. It has made its presence felt in various World Cups and has a great fan following.

The nation has produced soccer legends like Hugo Sotil, Cesar Cueto, and Roberto Challe[1]. Teofilo Cubillas is Peru's best-ever striker, having scored ten goals in the World Cup Finals[5]. Nolberto Solano, Claudio Pizarro, Jose Paolo Guerrero, and Jefferson Farfán are currently some of the famous players[5]. Universitario de Deportes, Alianza Lima, Sporting Cristal, and Cienciano are some of the biggest teams in Peru[5].

Within the poverty-stricken areas of Peru, Soccer is looked at as much more than a sport or hobby. Because for some children soccer is the only thing they have to look forward to in life. For adults it is a way to escape the hardships of daily life [1].