After Cornejo’s criticism, Godoy Cruz backs AFA’s ideas | OneFootball

The recent and forceful statements by the governor of Mendoza, Alfredo Cornejo, harshly criticizing the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and its management of the tournaments, prompted a quick response from the top leaders of Club Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba, who sought to distance the institution from the political controversy.

Cornejo had launched a strong accusation, calling the AFA “the most representative of Argentina’s deceit” and criticizing the changes in rules and relegations. Although he defended the management of “Tomba” as a “luxury of administration,” his speech hardened against Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia, even comparing the club's situation to the “deceitfulness of this country.” Following this episode, as revealed by Doble Amarilla, Aldosivi is considering requesting a point deduction from the Tomba team.

Caution and Focus on Sports

From the club, the first voice to respond was that of Alejandro Chapini, President of the institution, who spoke with channel 9 Televida of Mendoza and called for caution and focusing strictly on the sports aspect.

“The governor is currently focused on provincial politics, and perhaps it is a time to think very carefully,” expressed Chapini, suggesting that the governor’s perspective may be influenced by the political context.

The top leader of “Tomba” also acknowledged the complexity of the club’s sports year but highlighted the recovery of points that had been key to the current position. “Godoy Cruz is going through a moment that, if we look at the year, had different situations, we experienced different things, and in one way or another, due to Godoy Cruz’s behavior or AFA’s decision, we recovered points that had been lost and today would be more difficult to sustain at that time,” noted the vice president. “That’s why I believe Godoy Cruz must focus solely on sports today.”

The “apolitical” club and the relationship with AFA

The firmest response, however, came from José Mansur, vice president of Godoy Cruz, who was categorical in establishing the institutional position regarding Cornejo’s remarks and the AFA.

“We must make it very clear that our institution is apolitical and that in this complex election period, we are completely detached from any political relationship that may exist,” emphasized Mansur, seeking to draw a dividing line between the club and the electoral sphere.

In clear contrast to the governor’s criticisms, Mansur defended the relationship with the top of Argentine football. “Specifically with the AFA, we have an extraordinary relationship, we are in full agreement on the tournament issues,” affirmed the president of the Mendoza team.

He also emphasized that the club is an active part in decision-making: “It has always been developed by the AFA supported by the clubs, we always vote in favor, and we want to clarify what our position and thoughts are from Godoy Cruz and how we feel part of AFA and defend it.”

The statements by Chapini and Mansur represent a notable counterpoint to Governor Cornejo’s speech, highlighting the Tomba leadership’s intention to maintain a stance of political neutrality, prioritize institutional stability, and reaffirm their full support for the current AFA scheme.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.