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Reuters
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Reuters
Argentine soccer icon Juan Ramon Veron 'La Buja' dies at 81
BUENOS AIRES, May 27 (Reuters) - Argentine Juan Ramon 'La Bruja' Veron, who was revered as a player at Estudiantes de La Plata where he won three Copa Libertadores titles, has died at 81, the club said on Tuesday. Veron was instrumental in Estudiantes' successes during the late 1960s, helping the team win three consecutive Copa Libertadores crowns in 1968, 1969 and 1970, a domestic league title in 1967, and the Inter-American Cup in 1969. "La Bruja" (The Witch) is remembered for his goal against Manchester United that secured the 1968 Intercontinental Cup on aggregate after the second leg at Old Trafford. "Estudiantes announces with deep sorrow the passing of Juan Ramon Veron, an undisputed icon of our history, an absolute reference point for our identity and an eternal symbol of commitment, humility and belonging," the club said on X. Veron also had spells abroad, featuring for Panathinaikos in Greece and for Junior and Cucuta in Colombia. After retiring from professional football, Veron worked with Estudiantes' youth divisions. He was also the father of current club president Juan Sebastian Veron.
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Malay Mail
Justice or show? Maradona death trial at risk of collapse over judge's role; lawyer claims she was more like an ‘actress'
SAN ISIDRO (Argentina), May 27 — More than two months after it started, the trial of seven Argentine health professionals accused in the death of football legend Diego Maradona hangs in the balance over questions about a judge's impartiality. The trial was suspended last week after defense lawyers said the judge's involvement in a documentary related to the case constituted a possible breach of her duty, influence peddling and even bribery. The possible removal of Julieta Makintach, one of three judges presiding over the case, risks nullifying the proceedings. Maradona died on November 25, 2020, at age 60, while recovering at home from brain surgery for a blood clot after decades battling cocaine and alcohol addictions. He died of heart failure and acute pulmonary edema two weeks after going under the knife, and was found dead in bed by his day nurse. Maradona's medical team is on trial in the Buenos Aires suburb of San Isidro over the conditions of his convalescence at a private home. Prosecutors have described the football icon's care in his last days as grossly negligent. The trial is set to reconvene Tuesday, where at least one lawyer is expected to ask for Makintach's recusal. If she is removed from the case, it must be determined whether she can simply be replaced, or whether the trial must start afresh with a new panel of judges. 'This is a scandal of such magnitude that the whole world is talking about Argentine justice as the worst example,' Fernando Burlando, a lawyer for Maradona's daughters, told local radio last week. At issue is the alleged use of cameras in the courtroom in violation of a ban on filming the trial. Makintach had denied participating in or authorizing any filming, but footage shared in Argentine media over the weekend shows her allegedly being interviewed by a film crew on the eve of the trial starting. 'Compromised' A producer, in a deposition seen by AFP, said they were filming a documentary about Makintach, as 'a judge and a woman,' but not the trial itself. Burlando rejected the explanation and said he would ask for Makintach's recusal on Tuesday. 'She did not act like a judge but like an actress,' he charged. 'Everyone now feels that this (trial) is compromised,' added Mario Baudry, the lawyer for Maradona's ex-partner Veronica Ojeda. 'It's healthiest to start over from scratch,' he added. The defendants risk prison terms between eight and 25 years if convicted of 'homicide with possible intent' – pursuing a course of action despite knowing it could lead to death. The case so far has focused on the decision by Maradona's doctors to allow him to recuperate at home with minimal supervision and medical equipment, instead of a medical facility. In her testimony, Maradona's daughter Gianinna said her father's carers had kept him in 'a dark, ugly and lonely' place and claimed they seemed more interested in money than his welfare. — AFP
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
🎂 Happy birthday, River Plate!
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. The 'Millionaire' celebrates a new anniversary of the club's founding this Sunday, May Plate, one of the most important sports entities in South American football, celebrates its 124th anniversary this Sunday, May 25. The 'Millionaire' has celebrated on social media with a spot referencing the milestones and personalities that have made it a reference in the world of football. The video takes place in a timeless bar where a group of fans reminisces, through conversations and memories, about the most iconic moments in River's history. La historia de Grandeza de la que te hablaron tus viejos. La que les vas a contar a tus hijos y vivirá para siempre.¡¡FELIZ CUMPLEAÑOS, RIVER!! 🤍❤️🤍#River124 🎂 — River Plate (@RiverPlate) May 25, 2025 Legends like Ariel Ortega, Enzo Francescoli, Norberto Alonso, José Manuel Moreno, and Adolfo Pedernera —part of that cast known as La Máquina— have their place in this tribute, which also references recent feats like the memorable 2018 CONMEBOL Libertadores final against Boca Juniors in Madrid. Marcelo Gallardo's team is preparing to face Universitario from Peru this Tuesday for the last matchday of the CONMEBOL Libertadores group stage. On the horizon, they have a commitment in the Copa Argentina and later the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. 📸 Marcelo Endelli - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🎙Pizarro: "It doesn't reflect well on us when our keeper is the standout"
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. Nahuel Guzmán became the hero of the night in the first leg of the semifinal between Tigres and Toluca. However, the fact that the goalkeeper was highlighted as the "standout player" was not well received by Guido Pizarro. "The fact that our goalkeeper was the standout player doesn't speak well of us. We'll have to correct things and improve for the second leg; it will be a very tough match," said the coach. Tigres and Toluca will decide the first finalist of the Clausura 2025 tomorrow at the Nemesio Diez. The felines are obligated to win the match, as another draw would favor the Diablos in the tie due to their position in the standings. 📸 ULISES RUIZ - AFP or licensors
