The coach of the Argentine national team, Lionel Scaloni, expressed his concern about the recent controversy surrounding the debut of the streamer Iván Buhajeruk, also known as Spreen, who played only one minute in the match between Deportivo Riestra and Vélez. Scaloni shared his opinion in a press conference before the World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay, emphasizing the importance of respecting the path that comes with making a professional debut in football.
"For the sake of football, for those of us who love this sport, I believe this should not happen again, without disrespecting anyone," Scaloni stated, highlighting that situations like this can undermine the effort and sacrifice needed to deserve a place on the field. The coach believes that maintaining the integrity and essence of football is crucial and hopes that this incident will be treated as an exception so that the Ethics Committee takes exemplary measures regarding it.
Scaloni underscored the importance of preserving respect for the professional journey of footballers, reminding that each match is the result of years of dedication and hard work. In his words, Scaloni expressed his desire for respect and ethics in football to be unbreakable for those who share a passion for the sport. "I hope it is so," he concluded, making clear his commitment to maintaining the seriousness and dedication that football requires.
The coach emphasizes the significance of a professional debut for any player and the relevance of respecting the careers of footballers who have reached that level in the sport. Scaloni expects the Ethics Committee to address the incident appropriately and take the necessary measures to prevent similar situations from occurring in the future. In this regard, the Argentine coach reiterated his respect for the professional debut, highlighting that it is a crucial moment in the life of any player.
