Víctor Hugo Morales Pérez (born 26 December 1947 in Cardona, Uruguay)[1] is a Uruguayan journalist, pundit and writer who has lived and worked in Argentina since 1981.

His professional activity began in 1966 when, at the age of 19, he worked as a reporter and announcer on Radio Colonia, Uruguay.

[2] In Argentina his commentary on Diego Maradona's second goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final was widely praised.

[3] He has been a staunch supporter of former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner.

[4] Morales was awarded the 2011 Illustrious Citizen of the City of Buenos Aires Medal [5] and the Rodolfo Walsh Prize.