Along with the mystique. In history. In a shirt that tasted of glory. Enough to make Carlos Bilardo, Verón Sr. proud. and Verón Jr., and so many figures who developed that unique red and white philosophy… That’s it Students of La Plata. There is the champion of Argentinian Cup. There he was enjoying a title after 13 years, overwhelmed with emotions.
Estudiantes won the final against Defense and Justice, at the Lanús stadium, after an even, close match. It was 1-0 with a goal from Guido Carrillo, purely opportunistic at the beginning of the second half. And there was a celebration early this Thursday morning in Argentina.
As the team returned to the bus from Lanús to La Plata, a moment of collection was recorded. An Instagram live. On the one hand, the players, with Mauro Boselli and Mariano Andújar as leaders. And on the other hand, Juan Sebastián Verón, the current vice president. In 2009 they were American champions with a pincharrata shirt. Now, in different roles, they celebrated again. And that crossing cannot be missed.
They sang against Gimnasia, against the city rival, against the greatest enemy in football: “A minute of silence…”. They were all silent. And they burst out: “For the Wolf that is dead, eaeaee…”. And the goalkeeper and scorer invited the huge idol to celebrate with them and the fans at the municipal building of La Plata…
Estudiantes need a coronation, another star. In recent years, the priority has been the construction of a new stadium. He got it. It’s time for a football victory. And he reached for it. La Brujita Verón, the vice-president-idol, has it all: she made the field and just won her first title as leader.
The students make the school. It is a unique school, supported by a strong sense of belonging. Those who wear the shirt usually recognize it and always come back. And this champion is built with many historical players who return for more glory.
Two started this final: Mariano Andújar (40 years old) and José Sosa (38). And others came in from the bench: Mauro Boselli (38), Federico Fernández (34), Pablo Piatti (34)… And there are two others who also returned recently and enjoyed their first Olympic lap: Guido Carrillo (32 years old ; starter) and Santiago Ascacibar (26; entered the last stage). All managed by a serious and successful coach like Eduardo Domínguez.
For prolific scorer Boselli, it meant retirement. Better ending, impossible. Andújar will follow the same path, but he seems close to regret: “Now I don’t know if I will retire…” he slipped. And it is logical. He who was born in Estudiantes, or he who came from another place and felt those colors, does not leave such a club. It is evident that this goalkeeper is now hesitant and wants to continue playing.
Engaging Students. This title qualified him for the group stage of the Libertadores 2024, a competition he is obsessed with. But it also pushed him to another final that could represent a new star. This is for the Argentine Super Cup, against River (2023 Professional League champion). There is no date yet, but next year it will probably be in March. Estudiantes has more glory in sight.
Source: La Verdad
I’m Rose Herman and I work as an author for Today Times Live. My expertise lies in writing about sports, a passion of mine that has been with me since childhood. As part of my job, I provide comprehensive coverage on everything from football to tennis to golf.
