Honduras coach, Luis Fernando Suarez, announced the final squad to leave for Brazil. His decisions were not easy and the manager stated:
“I ask the ones who have not been called up to understand. A lot of players were part of this process, but only 23 can be called. I cannot keep everybody satisfied.”
Of the 23 players, 6 are based in the English Premier League. Amongst the most renowned players are Hull City’s defender Maynor Figueroa and Stoke City midfielder Wilson Palacios.
Making a name for himself is young goalkeeper Luis Lopez, who plays for Real Espana. With regards to the goalie, Suarez said:
“Luis has enormous potential and soon will replace Noel Valladares.”
Honduras line up before the 2010 World Cup game against Chile
Honduras coach Luis Fernando Suarez
Luis Lopez, playing for Real Espana, is here to stay
Honduras squad
Goalkeepers: Noel Valladares, Donis Escober, Luis Lopez
Defenders: Brayan Beckeles, Emilio Izaguirre, Juan Carlos Garcia, Maynor Figueroa, Victor Bernardez, Osman Chavez, Juan Pablo Montes
Midfielders: Arnold Peralta, Luis Garrido, Roger Espinoza, Jorge Claros, Wilson Palacios, Oscar Garcia, Andy Najar, Mario Martinez, Marvin Chavez
Forwards: Jerry Bengtson, Jerry Palacios, Carlo Costly, Rony Martinez
