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Biography
Aurelio Saco Vértiz Figari (born 30 May 1989) is a Peruvian footballer who plays as a left back for the Fort Lauderdale Strikers in the North American Soccer League.
As he was born in Miami, Florida, Saco Vértiz also has American nationality.
Club career
Saco Vértiz began his senior career with Universidad San Martin in the 2008 season. His league debut in the Torneo Descentralizado came on 20 February 2008 in Round 2 at home to Sport Ancash. Manager Víctor Rivera put him in the match for goal-winning scorer Mario Leguizamón in the 79th minute to secure the 1–0 win for his side. The following game in Round 3 he played as a starter but only lasted until the 35th minute coming off for Ronald Quinteros in the thrilling 3–4 away win over Sporting Cristal.
In January 2016, Saco Vértiz signed with Fort Lauderdale Strikers of the North American Soccer League.
International career
While playing for Universidad San Martín, Saco Vértiz featured for the Peru U20 side in 2009.
Honours
Club
- Universitario de Deportes
- Torneo Descentralizado (1): 2013
- Universidad San Martín
- Peruvian League
- Winner (1): 2008