A human wave accompanies a person who receives applause every meter he travels from the entrance to the stadium that bears his name until he steps onto the playing field.
The phones follow him.
And
“I only ask God that Bochini plays forever”
, becomes the anthem of the night, of La Noche del Rey, this special event that Independiente organized to open a series of celebrations in the year of its 120th anniversary.
And what if Ricardo Enrique Bochini made some contribution so that Rojo became the King of Cups.
That is why Bocha was the most applauded in this special event that featured the presence of most of the glories in the history of the Avellaneda club and with the return of Sergio Agüero, the other star figure of the red gala, who could barely play 12 minutes because in an unfortunate action he knocked his left collarbone out of place!
Ariel Holan, the last coach who won the team champion in the 2017 Copa Sudamericana and the 2018 Suruga Bank, also won many awards and recognition. The big absentee was Carlos Tevez, current coach of Independiente, who surprisingly left, angry about the sayings Hello in the week?
There was music with Luck Ra and there was soccer in two 20-minute periods with former players like Toro Acuña, Luis Islas, Cholo Guiñazú, Patito Rodríguez, Kun and Bocha, among other glories.
After 10 minutes there was also a tribute to Bocha.
“I am excited to be at this party and for the affection of the people, which remains intact.
People did not forget what one did.
They were unforgettable years,” said the Maestro, who wore the '10' of the red team.
All the glories of Independiente, with Agüero and Bochini as exclusive figures.
Photo: Marcelo Carroll
In an unfortunate play, Agüero, who was for the white team, fell badly and could not continue.
“I think I pulled my shoulder out,” he said in pain.
Before, he had had a shot hit the stick.
Kun had not played on this court for 18 years.
“When I left it was another stadium.
Every time the club called me, I was always there.
There were years when they didn't call me.
Today I have more time to come.”
And regarding a possible return to professional football in the future, he warned: “Two days ago I had another study done and everything went very well.
Now I have a tournament in Madrid, Mexico and the United States.
I'll see what shape I'm in and push my heart.
I don't want to excite people.
"I can't confirm if I will be able to play again."
The red team beat the white team 4-2 and the highlight were the great goals from Juan José Serrizuela and Patito Rodríguez.
Kun left at 12 minutes due to severe pain in his left shoulder.
Photo: Marcelo Carroll
A great controversy had arisen a few days ago when Holan expressed his desire to return to direct Independiente.
The fans received him with resounding applause.
“I am very happy to share with the idols of a lifetime.
It is fulfilling a dream.
Now there is Carlitos, who is doing very well, and we all have to be with him.
When the time is right, I will return,” said Holan, defusing rumors.
The night that covered the rich history of the King of Cups ended with pure singing.
A necessary pampering for a club that has suffered turbulent years.
Bochini, the great idol of the Night of the King in Independiente.
Photo: Marcelo Carroll