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Goodbye to “a symbol of sobriety and hierarchy in the football elite,” Clarín said when confirming the news.
Alejandro Sabella had been hospitalized for two weeks in a clinic “for an in-hospital virus that complicated an acute heart disease,” the newspaper explained, and his health worsened in the last four days.
This Tuesday, December 8, he lost the battle and his life ended at the age of 66.
On November 26, he was hospitalized, in the midst of the commotion in his country over the death of Diego Maradona, which had been anticipated a day before. The Argentine media that report the news confirm that they have not recovered from the loss of one star to say goodbye to another. The daily Olé, for example, wrote:
“Another blow to the football world after the departure of Diego Maradona, a few days ago. Another blow to the heart in a year to be forgotten, in every way. A well-loved guy leaves in the circle. A true teacher who left his mark on everyone who passed through his hands. Or those who heard his wise words. He didn’t just give compliments like that. But when he did, it was for something. For example, the day he said that ‘Gallardo had a soccer manual in his head’ “.
He had had several health complications in recent years and that prevented him from directing after leading Lionel Messi’s Argentina to that world final, in which the ‘albiceleste’ fell to Germany in the mythical Maracana in Brazil.
In his career as a player he was part of River Plate, Estudiantes and had a stint in English football; later, as a coach, he became champion of the Copa Libertadores with the Buenos Aires team.
Unfortunately his delicate state of health prevented him from directing after Brazil 2014, although he was not short of offers to do so, Clarín said.
“Sabella was a good father, husband and friend, but fundamentally, a great professional. It was that elegant “10” that stood out in River, despite playing under the shadow of Beto Alonso; that triumphed in England before the war and left an indelible mark on Estudiantes. Also, a remarkable coach who gave himself the pleasure of winning the Copa Libertadores and was very close to matching one of his teachers, Carlos Salvador Bilardo, “added the media about him.
Amid praise, some journalists and media and some clubs have started firing him:
Alejandro Sabella passed away. Above all, good guy and teacher. He left his players with much more than a tactical concept. Of the breed of the essentials of Argentine soccer. You will remember it forever. Strong hug to all your family. RIP. pic.twitter.com/R3ioXsHzQl
– VarskySports (@VarskySports) December 8, 2020
On this day of deep sadness, River Plate dismisses a son from the house. We are going to miss you, Alejandro. pic.twitter.com/rsotU5x6BP
– River Plate (@RiverPlate) December 8, 2020
RIP Alejandro Sabella.
A 10 formed in the lower River Plate.
He played 118 games, scored 11 goals and won 3 titles.
He was technical assistant from 89 to 94 and from 2006 to 2007. pic.twitter.com/ek3pz9imJE– River his story (@RiverSuHistoria) December 8, 2020
Boca Juniors says goodbye to Alejandro Sabella, a long-standing player and coach of the Argentine National Team runner-up in the world in Brazil 2014, and accompanies his family and friends in this sad moment. pic.twitter.com/rYhLgFuWue
– Boca Jrs. Official (from 🏡) (@BocaJrsOficial) December 8, 2020
🚨 #NOW | ALEJANDRO SABELLA PASSED. After being hospitalized for almost two weeks, the former DT of Students and the National Team died. Pain in the world of football due to the departure of one of its most loved and respected personalities pic.twitter.com/PMUHngeQJP
– double yellow (@okdobleamarilla) December 8, 2020
#Football #Mourning
Argentine coach Alejandro Sabella died at the age of 66. At the beginning of the month, he suffered from dilated heart disease and his prognosis was guarded.
He was coach of the Argentine National Team and of several teams, such as Estudiantes and River Plate. Photo Archive. pic.twitter.com/kZADoKlcu6– EDH Sports (@EDH_Deportes) December 8, 2020
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING, MASTER 🙏
RIP Alejandro Sabella 😢🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/szCOYiLiKQ
– TNT Sports LA (in 🏡) (@TNTSportsLA) December 8, 2020
La Libertadores 2009. The unforgettable final of the Club World Cup against Barça. The Argentine A2010. And Argentina’s return to the limelight: fantastic qualifiers and a World Cup final (it broke a 24-year drought). A teacher. Exemplary professional. RIP. Sabella. pic.twitter.com/hWStfeEN5A
– Undefeated (@InvictosSomos) December 8, 2020
▪ With your wisdom, simplicity and humility you were a true great and a very dear person. That is why football lovers are going to miss you. We accompany the whole family in pain.
RIP, Alejandro Sabella. pic.twitter.com/2EkfhKj42h
– Belgrano (@Belgrano) December 8, 2020
⚫ Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield dismisses a worthy man of football who always gave us his admiration and respect. Goodbye, Alejandro Sabella. Our condolences to your family and friends. pic.twitter.com/6sgx8wYoFt
– Vélez Sarsfield (@Velez) December 8, 2020
The Independent Athletic Club deeply regrets the death of Alejandro Sabella, great coach of Argentine soccer.
We accompany your family and loved ones in this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/eaC6w7mltA
– Independent CA (@Independent) December 8, 2020
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