The renowned sports journalist David Faitelson has generated controversy by criticizing the lack of support from the executives of the Liga MX clubs for the Mexican national football team. In particular, he pointed directly to the owner of América, Emilio Azcárraga, accusing him of sabotaging the Tri and prioritizing the interests of the club over the common benefit of Mexican football.
In a bold statement during the program Tercer Grado Deportivo, Faitelson lamented the lack of empathy from club owners towards the Mexican National Team, specifically highlighting the case of América. He criticized that, despite being the three-time champion, América did not lend players for Javier Aguirre's South American tour, which he considers an affront to the National Team.
"América sabotaged the Mexican National Team," Faitelson affirmed, pointing out that the club's decision to retain players like Ramón Juárez instead of releasing them for international commitments affects the Tricolor as "collateral damage" of the executives' policy. He expressed surprise at the lack of reaction to this situation, comparing the possible response if Chivas had made a similar decision.
Faitelson emphasized that, with less than two years until the World Cup, it is crucial for Liga MX clubs to commit to the development and strengthening of the Mexican National Team. He questioned whether owners like Emilio Azcárraga are aware of the repercussions of prioritizing their interests over the well-being of Mexican football as a whole.
The sports journalist highlighted the need for executives to show greater support for the National Team, collaborating in the formation of a competitive team to represent Mexico in international events. His call for reflection points to the importance of working together for the common benefit of Mexican football, beyond the individual interests of Liga MX clubs.
