Byron Castillo is going through difficult times in Ecuadorian football after Chile's claim about his alleged improper registration during the Qatar 2022 qualifiers. On Sunday, May 22, the right-back broke down in tears after committing a penalty in the match between Barcelona SC and Aucas, and begged, with tears in his eyes, to leave the field.
Jorge Célico, the coach of the Guayaquil team, gave a press conference and referred to this fact. "He is a victim of the media power of modern times. The guy has a very difficult emotional burden to bear. For me, it is admirable that he continues to train," he declared.
Furthermore, the coach asked the press and the fans to be more empathetic with the defender of the Ecuadorian national team. "Let's be a little more understanding. When I saw him, I felt a lot of sadness. I ask you to handle the topics more carefully. There is a human being behind each one. There are things that hurt and we have to try to help," he stated.
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Ricardo Gareca commented on the Byron Castillo case
A few days ago, Ricardo Gareca, coach of the Peruvian national team, spoke out about the case of Byron Castillo and indicated that he prefers to focus on other issues.
"I prefer not to give my opinion on the problem that arises with Castillo. I don't know, maybe it's something that can be followed up. The information is so distorted that I prefer not to comment on the issue. It's not my responsibility, I am not involved in all that, these are situations that the right people should resolve. I am fully focused on the play-offs, that's the only thing on my mind," the 'Tiger' said in a press conference.