RECOGNITION
In a nationwide survey, Damián Manso, known as “El Piojo”, was chosen as the best creative midfielder to come to Ecuadorian soccer. His remembered passage in the golden age of the University Sports League made him one of the architects of the team’s success, especially in the conquest of the Copa Libertadores.
“El piojo” owner of an exquisite quality, is the best 10 that played in Ecuadorian soccer.
The survey, which generated great expectations among Ecuadorian soccer fans, recognized Manso’s talent and influence on the field of play. His ability to create the game, vision and technical quality were key aspects that earned him recognition as the best creative midfielder in the history of local football.
Manso, who stood out for his elegance and precision in passing, was a fundamental piece in the Liga Deportiva Universitaria team during its glory days, he also had a stint with Deportivo Cuenca on his return to Ecuadorian soccer. The player from Rosario had the opportunity to take his talent around different leagues in the world, with Ecuador being the one that marked his career the most due to all the success achieved with the Ecuadorian King of Cups.
His contribution was essential in winning the Copa Libertadores, a historic milestone for the club and for Ecuadorian soccer in general. In the survey, second place was awarded to Kitu Díaz, recognized for his achievements with Barcelona de Guayaquil. Manso is remembered for his ability to direct the game from midfield and his ability to make a difference in key matches, in addition to his personality, made him an indisputable benchmark. His name will remain engraved in the history of national sports, being remembered as one of the great talents that has stepped on the soccer fields in Ecuador. The recognition for Manzo not only highlights his individual performance, but also his contribution to the collective success of LDU.