In a move
to boost their attack, Sporting Clube de Goa has completed the signing of
Spanish striker Juan Francisco Garcia Pena, also known as Juanfri, on Thursday
in Panjim.
The
23 year old has previously played for La Liga side Malaga and more recently
Ecija Balompie. He started his career with local side Union Deportiva
Fuengirola de Los Boliches, before moving to Estepona. “I am looking forward to
the new challenge,” remarked Juanfri.
This is
the second Spaniard to sign for the Flaming Oranje in little under a week,
after defender Angel Berlanga completed his move and scored on his debut in a
2-0 victory over Salgaocar on Monday.
“It was a
dream to score on my debut in front of our supporters. I am hungry to help my
new team mates win and the club to climb the ladder,” stated Angel.
Angel has
previously played for New Zealand champions Auckland City, who represented the
Oceania region at the last two Fifa World Club Cups. On both occasions they
were knocked out at the first hurdle by Japanese outfits Kashiwar Reysol and
the following year Sanfreece Hiroshima.
“Although
we did not do so well, it was a fantastic experience and was also nice to
sample a new culture,” said Angel. This is not Angel’s first trip to India as
he came on holiday to Rajasthan last year and simply fell in love with the
country and its people.
“Capturing
the signatures of Angel and Juanfri is great news for the club, they will add a
sprinkle of Spanish flavour to a team which is bursting with local Goan talent
who make up the core of the team”, summed up Sporting Goa coach Oscar Bruzon.
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