After the humiliating loss with Independiente, the only player that faced the media was Cristian Fabbiani. Yes, the very same player who gave an insulting gesture to the fans, decided to speak in behalf of the players. It was a bit shocking, considering his level of popularity with the fans but he wanted to clarify his position on the field. The only problem I have is what exactly is he trying to clarify.
Maybe it was luck that caught Cristian Fabbiani by surprise, but after performing a required random drug testing, he was hounded by reporters who were waiting by the team bus. As cameras focused in on him, he stated “I did a gesture. I was angry and I apologize. I’m a football player and I was emotional. Looking back, I wouldn’t do it again.”
“I have 11 games left and I don’t want my career in River to be a failure. I came to stay and I’m having bad luck. I never thought I would be going through this since it never has happened in my career. I have enough ‘balls’ to get out of this mess and I’m always going to stick my chest out for the club.”
“If Leo (Astrada) allows it, I’m going to play. I’m not going to stop over the insults of fans. Nobody in River is afraid to play, which is most important. We are a great group, and we don’t deserve this”. Alarming words from the ‘Ogre’, but will fans continue to support him? Based on what I have seen, there is no more love for the most hyped up player of the year.
