Flavio Azzaro made discriminatory comments against Junior from Barranquilla: “They play in sandals”

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The Argentine journalist discriminated and minimized the Barranquilla team, talking about Colombian football and the representatives who are in Argentina – credit Flavio Azzaro and Junior de Barranquilla official

Flavio Azzaro, a renowned Argentine journalist, launched harsh criticism towards Juan Fernando Quintero, a prominent Colombian Racing player, and the Junior de Barranquilla soccer team, after the elimination of Racing in the Argentine Cup at the hands of Talleres de Remedios.

Azzaro expressed his discontent on his YouTube channel ‘AZZ’, arguing that Quintero’s performance has been insufficient and pejoratively comparing Junior’s playing style to playing in “flip-flops.” The communicator also pointed out that this type of game negatively affects Racing’s performance.

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According to Azzaro’s statements, Quintero has failed to demonstrate his ability since his arrival at Racing, suggesting that his playing style belongs to past decades and does not contribute positively to the team. Azzaro stressed that Quintero should position himself closer to the opponent’s area to maximize his impact on the game, rather than retreating to look for the ball.

The Argentine journalist is one of the most controversial in his statements. Some have cost him jobs – credit Flavio Azzaro / Instagram

In addition, the journalist questioned Quintero’s recent career, mentioning his time in Chinese and Colombian soccer as indicative of his current level, far from what he considers to be the highest standards of professional soccer.

“Keep fucking saying that ‘Juanfer’ Quintero is a ‘crack’, that he fills Racing with football, it’s a lie, since he arrived at Racing he hasn’t done anything… If you see that in the first half he steals the ball from ‘4’ and he stops like a ’10’ from the 70s or 80s, 60 meters from the goal, it doesn’t work,” Azzaro said.

The origin of these statements arises after a disappointing defeat by Racing, provoking the reaction of Azzaro, who not only focused his criticism on Quintero but also extended his disapproval of the general performance of Colombian football, illustrated in his comment on Junior de Barranquilla. These words have generated debate in the football community, taking into account Quintero’s recognized talent and the passion that surrounds football in both Argentina and Colombia.

“’Juanfer’ Quintero comes from China and in the middle he went through Junior from Barranquilla, who plays ball in flip flops, watches the Colombian championship and has pieces of sand,” referring to the Colombian team in a derogatory way.

The controversy highlights the high expectations placed on South American players on the international stage and how individual perceptions can influence the public image of these athletes. Although Azzaro’s criticisms are severe, they also open a space for debate about the evolution of modern football and the various styles of play that enrich it.

The health of Johana Osorio, wife of the renowned Colombian soccer player Juan Fernando Quintero, a Racing Club player, showed improvement after an urgent request for blood donations made by the athlete through social networks. Osorio’s situation, which led her to be in bed at the Pablo Tobón Hospital in Medellín, generated a great mobilization of support and solidarity.

Juan Fernando Quintero and Johana Osorio, his wife, had a difficult time – credit Juan Fernando Quintero Instagram

Quintero had to temporarily interrupt his commitments with the Argentine team to travel to Colombia and accompany his wife in this difficult time. The community responded favorably to his call, allowing Osorio to receive the necessary treatment in a timely manner and recover satisfactorily. Tatiana Colmenares, close to the family, shared on social networks a message of gratitude and optimism regarding the evolution of Osorio’s health, highlighting the support received during this period.

This situation not only revealed the calling capacity of the Racing Club player, but also the solidarity and speed with which his community and followers responded to the emergency. Upon returning to Argentina, Juan Fernando Quintero expressed his gratitude to all those who offered his support, prayers and blood donations, underscoring the crucial role they played in his wife’s recovery.

Friend of the wife of soccer player Juan Fernando Quintero revealed that Osorio is in better health – credit Johana Osorio / Instagram

The support of the Racing Club, its managers and technical team was also fundamental, providing the player with all the necessary support in these difficult times. Thanks to this support network, Johana Osorio has been able to overcome this adversity and the soccer player is ready to resume his professional activities, with the hope and satisfaction of having overcome such a tough test thanks to the joint efforts of his community and loved ones.