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Edison Flores Defends Jairo Concha After Chile Error, Urges Patience With Peru Newcomer

He presses for a coaching appointment that builds confidence in emerging players.

Overview

  • Flores called Concha “a great player” and said early national-team minutes often require an adaptation period, urging the midfielder to stay mentally strong.
  • Speaking before Universitario’s trip for the Torneo Clausura finale against Los Chankas, Flores said the club fully trusts Concha as he looks to close a solid season.
  • Sergio Peña also publicly backed Concha, highlighting his title-winning campaign and noting that the type of error made against Chile can happen to any player.
  • The midfielder has faced sustained criticism on social media and sports programs, prompting visible support from teammates and club leaders.
  • Flores said Peru needs a coach installed soon who believes in emerging talent, adding that any decision on Manuel Barreto rests with the authorities.