😱 They abused me and hit me: Álvarez targeted by Santos fans | OneFootball

San Lorenzo coach Gustavo Álvarez spoke out after the draw against Santos in Brazil. Following the Copa Libertadores stalemate, the head coach revealed that he was the target of harsh verbal attacks from the home fans and confirmed that he has already filed a formal complaint with Conmebol.

Discriminatory insults and lack of security

Álvarez described the hostile environment he had to face in order to fulfill his media duties. "They called me an Argentine racist, and I filed a complaint with Conmebol," he said indignantly. The manager also criticized the worrying lack of security at the Brazilian venue: "I had to walk through the middle of the fans to give the press conference, exposing myself to being hit in the head."

El Ciclón salvaged a point

The only good news for Álvarez is that his team managed to bounce back after trailing 2-0. El Ciclón responded brilliantly and ended up taking a point, leaving everything to be decided on the final matchday.

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