The article shows surprise at how a celebratory moment to welcome the national team led to an expression of xenophobia not seen since the heyday of Eva Perón. The anti-Britishness also reflected old feelings about the Malvinas, all of which the…
The series of articles, including a poll conducted on who is to blame, reveal quite a bit about the cause of student protests and the bloody response by military officials. In many ways, this is the beginning of the end for Onganía as President as he…
The politicization of the universities, according to the article, required government intervention. The removal of students and professors turned violent. Gente interviews people about the situation.
Big reception by people at the airport. The article characterizes Montevideo and Buenos Aires as united in spirit upon receiving their players as heroes. The mass reception for the national team warranted extensive coverage, but the attention paid to…
The author suggests that the "liberación revolucionaria" was only for 50% of the country and that the military government was once again restricting freedom, much like Perón. Instead, the Frondizi years showed that liberties did not threaten…
Alberto Poletti, who was permanently expelled from professional fútbol for his actions against AC Milan, appealed for leniency citing his ability to earn a living. The new interventor, Oneto Gaona, declines the request citing the image of the…
Racing champions, “los vencedores.” A populist summary of the match played in Montevideo that basks in Argentina's first title on the world soccer stage.
The increase in violence, social disorder, and labor protests have led to many influential military leaders looking for an alternative solution. Onganía will be out of power within the year. [The sidebar is worth a read. Also: the following week…
The era of "fútbol espectáculo" comes to an end. This article looks at the businessmen who directed the fortunes of the clubs over many years, and whose competition fueled high spending. They include: Alberto Armando (Boca Juniors), Herminio Sande…
Article highlights the massive crowds expected to receive the national team and its reception at the presidential house of Juan Carlos Onganía. Also a critical sidebar on FIFA.
The harassing of referees, presence of fans on the field, gas canisters and hoses aimed at hinchas, and other routine incidents call for a reform structure and morality in Argentine soccer.
President Onganía visits police stations and police-run clinics to visit those injured. This is interesting because it reaffirms the President's military background, but also demonstrates his lack of empathy with average citizens (no visits to…
After its successful coup, the Onganía government received the benefit of the doubt from people who wanted stability in society. The magazine gauges the opinions of over a dozen people.
Great piece! The commentary reflects the historical use of fútbol for political propaganda, the strained relations between England and Argentina, and the use of fútbol teams in the construction of nationalism.