Bobadilla He published a video on social networks after being accused of Xenophobia by an Argentine player from Talleres, in this Tuesday game valid for Conmebol Libertadores.
The steering wheel stated that it eventually reacted badly in an exchange of offenses between the two, already in the final stretch of the duel, but guarantees that it was offended first.
– It was a very hot game, a tense mood throughout the game. After our second goal, I had a word exchange with the Talleres player where I was offended first, he also treated me with contempt. I never intended to discriminate anyone, but during that hot moment I ended up reacting badly. I wanted to apologize publicly and I will apologize if you meet you in person. Sorry and hug to all, ”said the player, in a published video.
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What happened between Bobadilla and Navarro?
Talleres’ Venezuelan left-back Navarro complained to the police against Paraguayan Bobadilla, from São Paulo, by xenophobia during the 2-1 tricolor victory on Tuesday by Conmebol Libertadores.
After the second goal of the home owners, the two argued, and the Argentine team player threatened to leave the field. He cried a lot on the lawn. Navarro accuses Bobadilla that he said “Hunger Dead Venezuelan.”
“It’s really unfortunate to talk about this kind of thing, but when they do 2-1, Luciano was practically taking a walk in the countryside and I told the referee that we had to play.” Bobadilla told me, “You have always been a long time (wax).” And I said, “What time are you winning?” Then he called me a dead Venezuelan hunger. And I made the complaint – he said on social networks.
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Which silly punishment can receive?
If the complaint is confirmed and Conmebol decides to punish the athlete, there is a very similar example in the São Paulo group itself in this edition of Libertadores.
Pablo Ceppelini, from Alianza Lima, was punished for four months by Conmebol by xenophobia. According to the entity, the Uruguayan player infringed Article 15.1 of the disciplinary code of the entity, which prohibits any attitude that “despises, discriminates or attention against the human dignity of another person or group of people for skin, race, religion, ethnic origin, gender or sexual orientation.”
According to Argentine journalist Germán García Grova, Alianza Lima player called a “Bolivian” Boca Juniors fan.
What does São Paulo, Talleres and Conmebol say?
Sao Paulo spoke on the subject on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 28. The club reaffirmed its commitment to “the principles of respect, equality and inclusion, fundamental pillars that guide their sports and institutional activities.”
– In view of the events that occurred during the match against Club Atlético Talleres, valid for Conmebol Libertadores, the club informs that it is carefully following the determination of facts by the competent authorities, fully collaborating with the ongoing investigations.
São Paulo FC reiterates that it vehemently repudiates any manifestation of discrimination, prejudice or intolerance, whether racial, ethnic, national or any other way. – he wrote.
– Regarding our Bobadilla athlete, who, throughout his career, did not have a history of negative disciplinary conduct – on the contrary, it has always guided its trajectory for professionalism – we understand it is fundamental that the club offers institutional support. The club will provide that it is properly oriented through educational measures that will be conducted by the compliance area. – Finished.
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In a note on social networks, Clube Atlético Talleres repudiated the act of Xenophobia suffered by Navarro.
– We sympathize deeply with Miguel and his family right now. As an institution, we raise our voice against any form of discrimination. There is no place for hatred in football.
– Football is a tool for integration, respect and unity between cultures. We will continue to work to make these values prevail inside and outside the lawn. Miguel, we are proud of you your origins. All of Tallers are with you.
The summary of the match has no records about the incident, Conmebol did not speak and the club did not comment until the last update of this news.
Bobadilla numbers in São Paulo
- 56 games
- 3 goals
- 1 assistance
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Results of São Paulo
- 27/05: São Paulo 2 x 1 Tallers – Libertadores
- 05/24: São Paulo 0 x 2 Mirassol – Brazilian Championship
- 05/20: Nautical 1 x 2 Sao Paulo – Copa do Brasil
- 5/17: São Paulo 2 x 1 Grêmio – Brazilian Championship
- 14/05: São Paulo 1 x 1 Libertad – Copa Libertadores
Next São Paulo games
- 05/31 – 6:30 pm – Bahia X Sao Paulo – Brazilian Championship
- 12/06 – 21h30 – São Paulo x Vasco – Brazilian Championship
- 12/07 – Time to confirm – Flamengo x São Paulo – Brazilian Championship
- 07/16 – Time to be confirmed – Bragantino x São Paulo – Brazilian Championship
Classification of São Paulo
- Brazilian Championship: 13th place
- Libertadores: 1st place of Group D
- Brazil Cup: in the round of 16
- Paulista Championship: eliminated in the semifinal
