Former Ecuadorian footballer Antonio Valencia Because he's not racist, he assured Wednesday Hernán criticized that GalindusThe Argentinian goalkeeper, who is a nationalized Ecuadorian, captained Ecuador in last Sunday's match. ArgentinaThe Albiceleste won it 0-1 with a goal from Angel Di Maria.
Valencia, who played for Manchester United alongside Chicharito Hernandez and Gallos Blancos de Queretaro, said. Soccer Channel.
“I have nothing against Galindus, and if I have offended him, I apologize. For others, I am very sorry.But in my opinion, the captain of the team will be an Ecuadorian born in the Ecuadorian youth team.
Former player Team Ecuador He recalls captaining England's Manchester United for “four or five years”. “Enjoyed it without any problems” he noted.
Valencia made the promise via social media after a friendly against Argentina on SundayIt is not possible for a foreigner to captain our teamIt's more painful than failure.”
“I really appreciate the effort of the goalkeeper Galindus, but… where is all the effort they put in? Mendes, AguinagaUlises, Iván, 'Tin' (Delgado), who opened the doors to the transformation of Ecuadorian football?”
After the match, Calindez He explained to reporters that the result of Named Valencia, He is the captain and all-time top scorer of Ecuador Argentina.
Goalkeeper of Argentine club Cyclone He said he feltA lot of pride“When Valencia approached him before the game to say they wanted him to be captain.
Likewise, he said that he takes it “A very important one, because not everyone has the privilege of wearing the captain's ribbon.“.
“I am very happy and proud. I know I was not born in the country. I know the decision he took Enr It wouldn't have been easy, but you saw something in me that made me take that decision, and I thank you very much.”
Calindez gained Ecuadorian nationality in 2019, and in 2020 he was called up for the first time to join the Andean team, although he did not make his debut. 2021 Copa AmericaAs he established himself in the 'Try' goal, he defended the same in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
