A hometown goal was only part of the story for the 19-year-old forward, whose bond with Reyna offers a glimpse of the welcoming culture Mauricio Pochettino wants to build.
An injury-hit striker pool and eight teenagers in camp give Mauricio Pochettino plenty to consider. Who gets the nod against Peru, and who will have to wait?
The striker, coming off a disastrous season that ended with Spezia’s relegation to Serie C, has returned to Peru where he is being managed by Hector Cuper. Lapadula is scoring freely and has also rediscovered the national team.