Panama will debut in Russia 2018 tomorrow, and Julio César Dely Valdés, legend of Panamanian football, analyses the debut of the central American team in the World Cup to MCFTV.
First World Cup
“It’s very special for us Panamanians as it’s the first participation in an event of this magnitude. We are truly excited about it. I think Panama will surprise us in this competition. They’re preparing well and could surprise everyone”.
World Cup generation
“This generation that qualified formed part of a stage when I was just finishing. In the end it’s a prize for so many failed attempts and a reward for those who achieved it”.
Love for Spain
“If Panama gets to play Spain it’ll be a good sign as it will mean Panama has passed the group stage. Hopefully (…) A piece of my heart is with the other red shirt, from Spain, and I hope they do well”.
Panamá and Málaga
“There is already a link between the Panamanians with Málaga and Málaga with Panama as well, so the people here in Málaga will also be aware of Panama’s participation in the World Cup”.