the days in University of Sports They have changed a lot in the last few days. Although it was tough losing to Corinthians (1-0) in the first leg for the Copa Sudamericana Play Offs, the squad of Jorge Fossati He received another blow -perhaps- even stronger, after the arrest of Sebastián Avellino, in Brazil, for racist gestures made in response to the insults he received from the ‘Timao’ fans.
Upon his arrival in the capital city, the Uruguayan strategist could not avoid speaking out on the subject, although he also made it clear that -despite how difficult it may be- the group will have to concentrate to comply with a busy and complicated agenda.
“We are aware, but now there is an agreement with the players that, in honor of our responsibility, we have to think about tomorrow’s game (today, against Unión Comercio. Beyond the professional, I am not 100, but 110 % with my partner”the DT maintained to the media.
Immediately after the first response from the coach of University of Sportsa journalist decided to question him about the video that showed Sebastián Avellino’s gestures towards the Corinthians fans, which angered the Uruguayan strategist, who gave a sharp response: “Sir, I just spoke. If you don’t like it, good night.”he maintained before leaving.
The possible penalty that Avellino should serve
After the images broadcast on social networks, in which Sebastián Avellino’s gestures can be seen, Weillington De Menezes Gomes -criminal lawyer from Sao Paulo- detailed the possible sentence that he could receive in physical trainer of University of Sportswho must continue his process in pretrial detention.
“A process has been opened and, if confirmed, he could receive a sentence of two to five years. He could be banned from attending any sporting event for the same period of time. The sentence can be reduced according to the criminal record of the defendant.maintained the legal specialist in dialogue with RPP.
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