The picture of the controversy in Argentina

A simple picture between children and a professional footballer developed controversy over ArgentinaThen Newell’s old men You allow youth players for posing Ignacio Malcorraof Rosario CentralA proposal that makes a fierce football rival grown between the two teams in the city.

Newell’s, the Rosario Club that developed the young Lionel Messi, suspended the quarry players of training and recovered their scholars for three months after discovering their picture with Malcorra, who played for his stable rivals, Rosario Central, for five seasons.

The decision, shown by the club managers as a protection proposal after the alleged threat of fans, has increased strong criticism of both public and well -known numbers, while Malcorra himself has expressed his frustration for controversy. “I feel sad for them. The kids are innocent and don’t know about what they are doing,” he told the press a few hours ago, recalling the casual encounter in a youthful contest three months ago. “They just want to take a picture with an elite, just like any kid.”

As the photo recently went viral on social networks, club managers said earlier this week that this matter was discussed inside, while, according to reports, some ultras fans have requested the ouster of the children.

Scaloni and Patricia Bullrich reactions

Argentine coach Lionel Scaloni, also condemned the penalties. “If you dream of playing one day in the first division, no matter who you play,” he said in the press before the Thursday game against Chile (0-1) .. The national security minister Patricia Bullrich, described the penalties as “embarrassing” Friday on social networks, indicating that the club resulted in the pressure of the most radical fans.

Newell’s, on the other hand, said the affected children are still members of the club “and the directors will meet with parents next week” to continue listening to them, supporting them and taking the appropriate steps. “