National Soccer
The name of Olger Escobar has begun to sound strongly in Guatemalan football, but few know that he could also have represented the Honduran team, since his mother is originally from that country.
Olger Escobar scored his first goal with the senior selection this Sunday, March 16 against Honduras. (Free Press Photo: Douglas Suruy)
The name of Olger Escobar has begun to sound strongly in Guatemalan football after his goal against Honduras, who He gave the victory to the blue and white In the friendly play in Miami. However, few know that the young 18 -year -old attacker could also have represented the Honduran team, since his mother is originally from that country.
Escobar’s talent is not a surprise for those who have followed their process. In November 2023, With just 18 years, he debuted with the major selection of Guatemala, In what was a clear strategy of Luis Fernando Tena and Fedefut to shield it and make sure his future was with the blue and white.
This, because the United States was also following him closely and Honduras had the possibility of summoning him, although they never showed a real interest in him.
Escobar’s story is particular, since He was born in Guatemala, but because of his maternal ancestry he was eligible to play with Honduras. Despite his outstanding performance with the U-17 Chapina in the 2023 Premundial, The Honduran Football Federation never tried to approach himsomething that many in the Catracho country could regret.
With his goal against Honduras in Sunday’s friendly, Escobar not only assured the victory for Guatemala, but also He confirmed his commitment to the blue and white. After the game, the young footballer showed his emotion for the moment lived
“Very happy for what happened to me today, I expected it, but not so. It was something that happened to me very fast and I am very happy”
Escobar has demonstrated his potential on the court and his ability to make a difference in the key moments. His goal at minute 85, after a defensive error in Honduras, made it clear that Guatemala was right when betting on him and giving him confidence as a young.
Now, the striker is seen as One of the most important promises of the selection, and with just 18 years, He has a promising future in Chapín football. Guatemala already considers his new jewel, while in Honduras, many begin to wonder how they let out a Talent with Catracha blood.