Sport Local January 22, 2025

Leandro Díaz Apologizes for Aggression in Friendly Match

Leandro Díaz, forward of Lanús, apologized after attacking a Tigre player in a friendly match. He acknowledged his mistake and expressed his desire to stay at the club.


Leandro Díaz Apologizes for Aggression in Friendly Match

Lanús forward, Leandro Díaz, apologized to his teammates after an excessive aggression towards Tigre players during a preseason friendly. Díaz stated he did not understand why he reacted that way, expressing regret and accepting his responsibility in the incident.

The player acknowledged that he was wrong and took the blame for his actions. Following the altercation, which resulted in the suspension of the match and injuries to rival defender Alan Barrionuevo, Díaz was removed from the squad by the decision of the Lanús executives.

In his statements, Díaz mentioned seeking help from a psychologist to control his temper on the field and lamented what happened. He expressed his attachment to Lanús and his desire to retire there, showing gratitude towards his teammates and the institution.

The forward expressed his willingness to remedy the situation and offered apologies to the affected players. He stated that he does not seek trouble and highlighted his love for the club, showing determination to overcome this episode and continue contributing to the team.

Leandro Díaz acknowledged that the aggression was an isolated incident in his career and expressed his desire to leave Lanús positively. He referred to the importance of forgiveness and reconciliation in football, recognizing his mistakes and demonstrating commitment to the team.