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YouTuber in Football Match Sparks Outrage
An Argentinian football club receives backlash for fielding a YouTuber in a match, sparking debate about commercialization in sports.
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SportsControversyFootballLatin AmericaPublicityYoutuber
Deportivo RiestraVelez SarsfieldTyc SportsEstudiantes De La PlataManchester United
Ivan BuhajerukVictor StinfaleJuan Sebastian VeronCristian FabbianiGustavo Quinteros
- What is Ivan Buhajeruk's background?
- Ivan Buhajeruk, a popular YouTuber with over seven million subscribers, was signed to a professional contract by Deportivo Riestra earlier in the year. This contract seemingly involved his participation in the match as part of a publicity stunt.
- How did football personalities react to the event?
- The move was widely condemned by football figures, including commentator from Tyc Sports and former Argentina international Juan Sebastian Veron, who deemed it disrespectful to the sport and its players. The incident sparked controversy and debate regarding the commercialization of football.
- What are the broader implications of this incident?
- While Buhajeruk joked about his brief appearance on social media, the incident highlighted the tension between commercial interests and the integrity of professional football. Deportivo Riestra's actions raise questions about the ethics of such publicity stunts in a sporting context.
- Why was Deportivo Riestra criticized for their starting lineup?
- Deportivo Riestra, an Argentinian football club, faced criticism for including YouTuber Ivan Buhajeruk in their starting lineup against Velez Sarsfield. Buhajeruk, despite lacking professional experience, played for 50 seconds before being substituted.
- Who was responsible for the decision to include the YouTuber in the game?
- The decision to include Buhajeruk was driven by Victor Stinfale, the owner of both Deportivo Riestra and an energy drink company, aiming for publicity. Riestra's captain and coach both confirmed that Stinfale initiated the idea.