The Bogota club expressed its support for the Argentine coach, champion with Millionaires in 2017, who is going through a delicate health moment.
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Millionaires joined the wave of solidarity messages towards Miguel Ángel RussoArgentine technician and historical reference of the club, who is going through a complicated moment of health. Through its official networks, the Bogota team published a meaningful message in which he expressed his support and affection to the coach who led them to the title of the League in 2017.
“From Millonarios FC, professional team, managers, support and administrative body, we send a message of strength to our beloved Miguel Ángel Russo and his whole family. Much strength, Miguel! The blue family is with you! ”, It was the message spread by the club, accompanied by the phrase “Everything is cured with love”a sample of appreciation and admiration that the coach still awakens among the fans ambassador.
The gesture of the capital team comes after the official statement issued by Boca Juniors, who reported on the coach's medical situation. According to the part of the Argentine club, Russo, 69, “You are studying home with a reserved prognosis, receiving permanent attention from your medical team and the club's medical body”.
The health status of the coach, which for years has faces a hard fight against bladder and prostate cancer, has generated concern in the world of football. In recent weeks, the strategist has not been able to attend training or Boca parties, being replaced in their functions by its assistant Claudio Úbeda. “As much as he is not physically in training, he is aware of everything. We want it very much and we want it to get well,” said Úbeda after the 5-0 victory over Newell's, a result that was also dedicated to Russo by Captain Leandro Paredes.
The former Millionaires have been hospitalized three times during the last month, and his last appearance at the bank was the past September 21, in the 2-2 draw against Central Córdoba. Since then, different clubs, soccer players and fans have expressed their support for the experienced strategist, recognized not only for their career but also for their human quality.
In Colombia, the name of Miguel Ángel Russo is still linked to one of the happiest stages of the Ambassador Club in recent years. Under his command, Millionaires broke a five -year -old drought without titles by crowning champion of the 2017 completion and then conquering the 2018 Super League against Atlético Nacional. His step left an indelible mark on the institution, not only for the results, but for the proximity and respect he cultivated with players, managers and fans.
Today, Millionaires' message summarizes the general feeling of Colombian football: the desire to see a technician who made history in Bogotá again and who, beyond colors, is admired for his temper and his example of life.
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