2024-11-06 17:45:00
Vélez Sarsfield chairman Fabián Berlanga made no secret of his anger following the incident. The date for the Argentina Cup semi-final against Boca Juniors has been confirmed. The game, originally scheduled for Wednesday, November 27, was highly controversial due to its placement on the calendar right in the middle of the professional league definition.
In a statement to Red Radio, Berlanga expressed his dissatisfaction with the tournament organization and Boca Juniors, whom he accused of being given preferential treatment. “If you analyze the Argentine Cup matches, we have to wait for Romagnoli to settle at San Lorenzo, Vaccari at Independiente and now Gago at Boca,” the manager said.
Berlanga argued that “Boca games are always old, always after a break” and that the date of November 27 was initially reserved for the tournament final, not the semi-finals. What annoys President Vélez is that this schedule forces them to face three games in just seven days: against Lanus on November 20, and against Godoy Cruz in Mendoza on the 23rd. And the semi-final against Boca on the 27th.
“On this date we have to either prioritize the Championship or the Argentine Cup, and I don’t think either of those will work for us. We will discuss it with CT and the players and see what decision will be taken,” Berlanga said. ” He clearly pointed out the dilemma facing Velez, who currently leads the professional league.
President Fortin even challenged Boca to play the semi-finals at the Candy Box Stadium in a sarcastic tone. “We don’t know where we are going to play with Boca. With the dates they set, I even played at Boca’s stadium and I preferred playing there because otherwise I would have to take four flights in five days. Planes,” he quipped. 245
Berlanga’s comments reflected Velez’s general unease about the semi-final date. Linier felt that the organization of the tournament favored Boca Juniors at the expense of its chances in both competitions. The dispute has been resolved and a tense new chapter has been added to the definition of the Argentinian Cup.
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**Interview with Fabián Berlanga, Chairman of Vélez Sarsfield**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Berlanga. Let’s dive straight into the recent developments regarding the Argentina Cup semi-final match against Boca Juniors, scheduled for November 27. There appears to be quite a controversy around this fixture. Can you explain your concerns?
**Fabián Berlanga:** Thank you for having me. Yes, I am quite frustrated with how this match is situated in the calendar. Scheduling a vital semi-final in the midst of the professional league’s conclusion puts immense strain on our team and its focus. It feels like a disregard for the integrity of both tournaments.
**Interviewer:** You have expressed your dissatisfaction publicly. How has this affected your team’s preparations for the match?
**Fabián Berlanga:** Our players are professional and dedicated, so they will prepare as best as they can. However, I do believe that the uncertainty surrounding the schedule adds unnecessary pressure. We want to make sure our players can give their best without being distracted by these external issues.
**Interviewer:** What do you expect from the Argentine Football Association regarding this matter?
**Fabián Berlanga:** I expect them to reconsider their scheduling decisions to prioritize the teams involved. Our fans deserve better than this chaos. We need a structure that allows us to compete fairly in both the league and cup formats.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, what do you envision for the match against Boca Juniors?
**Fabián Berlanga:** This is always a massive fixture, and despite the scheduling issues, we will strive to put on a great performance for our supporters. It’s a chance to showcase our talent and determination. We want to win not just for ourselves but for our passionate fans.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights, Mr. Berlanga. We look forward to seeing how the situation unfolds.
**Fabián Berlanga:** Thank you for having me. Let’s hope for a positive outcome on and off the field.
