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Juego brusco y buen ojo…
Critical assessment of the continued use of violence by River's opponents and the failure of referees to sanction them. No reference is provided to determine if any River player does the same.
Simplemente a herir
A critical look at how 'gangsters' are getting away with injuring players as a tactic.
Enemigos del fùtbol; Ahora resulta que tener habilidad es un delito
By juxtaposing the use of violent tactics against talented players with the skills of 'criollo' players this magazine only accentuates the opinions found in larger sports magazines like El Grafico.
Nuestros jugadores siguen pagando las consequencias del juego brusco
Coupled with the constant criticism of referees, articles castigating other teams for using violent tactics against River players only fuels the sense of injustice that often leads to the actions of a few 'hinchas'. This article deals with players…
Otro arbitraje desastroso
A recurring theme in 1954 is the lack of penalties called in favor of River [also appears the following week]
Hay penales para todos menos para River en el campeonato
By assigning blame to referees and opposing players (not calling penalties, rough play) the magazine absolves River's players from losses or ties that are seen as 'defeats'.
Una vez mas la calidad pudo mas que los golpes
The use of violence as a tactic to stop the opposing team's star player is not a new one. Terms like 'garra' and the use of cynical tackles is part of Argentine soccer.
Fútbol: Los que sin saber ganar no supieron perder
Recap of a heated match between Boca Juniors and Sporting Cristal (Perú) in the Copa Libertadores
Two years after the violent actions by players from Estudiantes, the writer laments a similar scene between Boca and Sporting Cristal in the Copa…
Two years after the violent actions by players from Estudiantes, the writer laments a similar scene between Boca and Sporting Cristal in the Copa…
La proeza de Racing; Fotos que viven
Celtic player has his fists out ready to fight Argentine players
Piden la vuelta de Mourino; Juego innecesariamente brusco
Rattin begins his career at Boca, while Zubeldía is at the end of his. Brief criticism as well about the increasingly violent style of play.
Pedernera y Racing: los derrotados; Este Racing, loco, loco, loco
Primera Plana's coverage of the 1967 Intercontinental Cup between Rácing and Celtic (Scotland)
Cómo casi se perdió la zona; Juego brusco
Focusing on the trivial and humorous aspects of the World Cup, Primera Plana examines the English perspective of foreigners visiting the country, local reactions to the Argentines, and even the portrayal of dirty play on stamps issued in England.
Fútbol: como antes, más que antes
An article that sways between honoring the achievements of Estudiantes and worrying about their methods and culture of incidents. This is the closest article that is able to praise and blame equally.
[Cover image] La hora cumbre de Zubeldía; Sin azar, Estudiantes
In the preview to their anticipated matches against Manchester United, these articles aim to provide readers with a better understanding of Estudiantes and their approach to playing soccer.
Los malos embajadores
The title suggests a concern that Argentine players are providing a bad example of violent play to the outside world, poor embassadors for the sport.
Entre bigotes y patillas
Two payers, known for their long hair and sideburns (and thick moustache), are the new stars of Argentine fútbol. One, Carlos Rodríguez, is also the new "hard man" in the league and prone to lengthy suspensions for his physical play.