From Predio Tita to the Copa: Tomás Pérez, Racing’s surprise scorer | OneFootball

Amid an uneven spell for Gustavo Costas’ team, Tomás Pérez’s emergence became the bright spot in the 1-1 draw against Caracas in the Copa Sudamericana. The youngster, who came through the youth ranks at the Tita training ground, took the place of the injured Adrián “Maravilla” Martínez and more than delivered: in the 41st minute he met a cross from Baltasar Rodríguez to score his first official goal in the Academia shirt. His performance was so impressive that he came within inches of a brace, only to be denied by the post.

Pérez’s story is a clear example of perseverance. After making his debut in 2023 under Fernando Gago, he had to seek playing time abroad, first with Jedinstvo Ub in Serbia and then with Los Andes in the lower divisions. Upon returning in 2026, he began working again with the reserve team until injuries in attack and the underwhelming performances of other signings opened the door for a starting spot that he did not waste at Venezuela’s Olympic Stadium.

Tomás Pérez’s path:

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