Argentinos boss backs Nacho Lago: 'He'll play better, happier' | OneFootball

At the latest Argentinos Juniors press conference, head coach Nicolás Díez was asked about the news involving Nacho Lago, the Colón player whose sexual orientation recently became public nationwide. Far from avoiding the topic, the Bicho coach welcomed it with a reflection on deconstruction in football and the importance of personal well-being in athletic performance.

A message against machismo in football

Díez was emphatic in calling for a more open-minded approach in the sport: “I think it’s perfect, we have to be open to everything,” he said. The coach stressed the need to leave old structures behind, pointing out that it is time to evolve: “Let’s not be so macho, we need to deconstruct ourselves,” he emphasized, linking this view to the education he receives from his own children, who treat diversity with complete naturalness.

Happiness as the driving force behind performance

For the Argentinos Juniors manager, Lago’s personal freedom will have a direct impact on his professional career. “It makes me happy because he’s going to be a happy guy and he’ll surely play even better than he already does, because he’ll bring out everything he has inside,” he said with conviction. In addition to highlighting his courage, Díez also had high praise for the Colón forward’s qualities: “Lago is a great player, I’m very happy for him.”

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A generational perspective

The coach highlighted that younger generations are coming up with a much more inclusive mindset, something he notices every day at home. “My children talk about sex naturally, it doesn’t matter, as long as you’re happy and feel good,” the coach concluded, leaving a message of support that resonates strongly in an environment where this kind of statement sets a positive precedent.

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