
Peru striker Hernan Rengifo has
criticised the country's football federation after he was left
behind in the team hotel following Wednesday's World Cup
qualifier in Colombia, local media reported.
"What happened with the team and the journey will remain on
the consciences of the directors," the Polish-based player told
sports daily El Bocon. "They know their responsibilities."
Peruvian media said that the squad left their team hotel in
Medellin earlier than planned but that nobody told Rengifo of
the change.
His absence was only noted after the team's charter flight
had returned to Lima, the media said.
"The directors know what they did, they're responsible for
everyone in the team," said Rengifo.
"Many things have happened in Peruvian football that it's
not surprising that unusual situations keep happening."
Peruvian media have said the incident is the latest example
of the chaotic state of the country's football.
Peru have not qualified for the World Cup since 1982 and
are bottom of the 2010 South American qualifying group with
only seven points from 14 games. They have lost their last
eight matches.
The Peruvian players union has threatened to boycott the
national team if significant changes are not introduced in the
next few weeks.
guardian