Edwin Cardona, after his expulsion in the Copa Libertadores.
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Edwin Cardona is going through one of the most difficult moments from his return to Atlético Nacional.
After the elimination in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores against Sao Paulo, in which he missed two penalties in the first leg and ended up expelled in the return for a gesture to Nahuel Ferraresi, the steering wheel broke the silence and addressed the fans through a statement published on social networks.
Cardona to Nacional's words
In his message, Cardona acknowledged that his attitudes have not lived up to what he represents national and apologized to the club, the coaching staff, his fans and the fans. He assumed his mistakes with humility and assured that he deeply respects the shirt and the institution.
In addition, he said that he accepts criticism as part of the demand that leads to dress the green.
The 32 -year -old midfielder said he will work to recover the confidence of the fans and his teammates, while reiterating that he still has much to contribute on and off the court.
He also promised to do his best to fight for the title of the Betplay League this semester.
Edwin Cardona's full statement
To the fans, to my colleagues, to the coaching staff, to the institution and the entire Verdolaga family:
I want to address you at this difficult moment, because I feel the responsibility and commitment to speak with the heart.
I know that my recent decisions and attitudes have not lived up to what Atlético Nacional represents, an institution that I love deeply and the one I owe so much. I assume my mistakes with humility, knowing that respect for the shirt, my classmates and our fans must always be the first. If I hurt someone or caused disappointment, I apologize, hoping to be able to amend and gain confidence from work and daily commitment.
My story with National is full of unforgettable moments and learning. I am convinced that I still have a lot to give, much to contribute on the court and outside it, and that is why I want them to be certain that my commitment is total. My desire is to make this institution bigger, honor its greatness and continue writing pages that fill us all.
I thank those who have shown me support in the midst of difficulty, and I also value criticism, because they remind me of the demand that this shirt leads to dress. Today more than ever I want to work, grow and give myself so that together we continue to reach joys.
I am a national fan, and as such, I want the best for the institution. They can be sure that I will put everything from me to live up to the confidence that this institution and its people have given me.
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