The infamous president of the AFA had to swallow his anger and go down to the field to present the medals and the cup to the brand-new champions of Argentine soccer.
Verón's statement
Meanwhile, Juan Sebastián Verón, who had to watch the final as just another fan due to his 6-month suspension as club president, spoke briefly with Olé after the match.
First, he congratulated the coaching staff and the players, and then, when asked why Estudiantes were crowned champions after the corridor episode, he was clear: "They found the strength to overcome a moment of something very unfair".
Milei's reaction to Estudiantes' title
As soon as the match ended, the President of the Nation posted a brief tweet celebrating Pincha's victory: "EdeLP! End.".
El posteo de Milei en X luego del título de Estudiantes de La Plata
This post once again reinforces the president's support for León, the only team in Argentine soccer that openly dared to stand up to the corruption of the AFA.