During the premiere of the podcast “La Sustancia de Gareca,” Christian Cueva and Ricardo Gareca shared a revealing moment about their relationship in the Peruvian National Team. The former coach posed a question that led Cueva to reflect: “Were you my favorite?” The midfielder responded emotionally, acknowledging how Gareca guided him throughout his career. “With your experience, you knew how to manage each player. People might think it was all happiness, but in a relationship, you also have to be tough,” Cueva said, emphasizing the special connection they shared. Cueva also highlighted that Gareca was always present during the difficult moments of his career. “You never left me at any point in my football life, even in complicated situations,” he stated. The midfielder added that his relationship with Gareca was unique, comparing it to that of a father. For his part, Gareca praised Cueva’s commitment, recalling how he always gave his best on the field, even when injured. At the end of the conversation, Gareca asked again if Cueva was his favorite, to which the player joked: “If I was your favorite, but don’t let Farfán or Paolo get upset.” For more details on the performance of the Peruvian National Team, check out our coverage of the LIVE football matches.
