This article comes at the end of Mundo Deportivo. Perhaps facing financial problems, this article that was supposed to be about Di Stéfano and his arrival in Buenos Aires with Real Madrid, turns into an ad for Remington. But, many references are…
El Grafico contrasts the platense "macramé" with the Italian "catenaccio" by examining how two star players in Italy, one from Uruguay and the other from Argentina, try to showcase their stylistic play but are met with defensive-minded tactics aimed…
Citing the success of Argentine auto racing, tennis, and especially soccer, Argentina has emerged as a sporting nation valued across the world. Players like Labruna, Di Stefano, Ricagni, as well as coaches like Stabile, are sought after by Europe's…
In this collection of interviews notable players and coaches provide their opinions as to why the national team is in a terrible state and may not qualify for Mexico 1970
Insightful piece on how the violent style of play is perhaps not what fans want and that teams like DiStefano's Boca can play attractive soccer and win.
Di Stéfano is lauded for his humble roots, posing with his family, and his ability at a young age to demand a salary commesurate with his skills and value to River Plate. He will leave a year later to play in Colombia and then Real Madrid.
Real Madrid legend Di Stéfano leaves his club at the tail-end of his career and discusses the reasons for his exit from the Spanish giant. The career of this Argentine player (and former River Plate star) captivated the Argentine press ever since he…
Although Boca's president Armando still promises record signings, the reality is that Boca is adjustig economically and obtaining results through good coaching (Di Stéfano). The continuing problem is the lack of goal scoring.
In an era where small teams, with small budgets, can suddenly become champions, the article portrays the situation as a mess for Argentine fútbol…and a legacy of Valentín Suárez.
Goles proudly reports that the Argentine Alfredo Di Stéfano is the overwhelming first-choice among European journalists for the player of the year. The resounding success of Di Stéfano is another example for porteño journalists of the innate…
Goles criticizes the hubris of AFA officials, who refuse to call in some of the nation's best players because they play professionally in Italy and Spain.