The Boca Juniors coach made statements after the defeat in the penalty shootout against Alianza Lima and his comments generated controversy. Amid frustration over his team's elimination from the Copa Libertadores, the coach expressed: "I am very hurt, very hurt for not being able to continue in the competition."
These statements came after a match that ended 0-0 in regular time and was decided by penalties, where Boca missed two crucial kicks. The coach acknowledged his team's lack of effectiveness in this key moment, pointing out that they lacked "the quality to finish the match."
Additionally, the coach expressed his dissatisfaction with the refereeing of the match, stating that there were decisions that harmed his team. Despite this, he emphasized that he did not want to seek excuses and that the responsibility lay in the team's performance on the field.
These statements from the Boca Juniors head coach reflect the disappointment and frustration of the team after being eliminated from the Copa Libertadores in such an abrupt manner. Fans and the Argentine press have intensely debated the coach's words and the team's performance in this crucial match.
