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A look at how much each player earned in 1958

A look at how much each player earned in 1957

A look at how much each player earned in 1955

Great photo for the expressions on the faces of players and AFA President Colombo

Using Nestor Rossi's outspoken and loud demeanor on the field, River wonders why his vociferousness is appreciated with the national team as a sign of pride but chastised with River Plate as a sign of disrespect.

The magazine once again portrays River as a victim of its success. This time, the Tribunal de Penas is doing what it can to prevent yet another River championship season by suspending its key player right before a match against the title challenger.…

Police intervention, collapsed fence, gas canisters, hoses, violent plays…all on display in this match

River players who use violent tactics are 'persecuted', opposing players are 'gangsters'

River accuses referees of maintaining a seperate and tougher criteria for Nestor Rossi than any other player when it comes to fouls.

Article reinforces cover image; the magazine demonstates a quiet optimism about the national team's chances for success in the 1958 World Cup based on the prestigious history of the team but its recent struggles in preparation.

Connections between Argentina and Italy, as well as River Plate and its star export, are reinforced in this picture. These River players are part of the national team in Europe preparing for the 1958 World Cup.

Magazine portrays Nestor Rossi as an innocent, albeit hard-playing, man who is the target of referees in every match he plays. It characterizes the "persecution" as one never seen before in Argentine soccer.

Interview with Di Stéfano, Pedernera, and Rossi in their return from Colombia

The AFA provided coach Nestor Rossi complete control over personnel and coaching matters for 2 friendlies against Chile, but then selected its own players after receiving his list.

Article praises the approach by interm coach, Nestor Rossi, of allowing Argentine players play freely and not adhering to any strict system This allowed talented players like Cesar Luis Menotti to be creative and promote a free-flowing style of play

The departure of Di Stéfano, Pedernera, Rossi, and Ferreira to Colombia left a sour taste for AFA and club officials. It also continued to generate news in Argentina, especially with the imminent departure of Félix Loustau to Cali de Colombia.
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