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Hi, I saw the "Tata" Martino's press conference live and his words regarding Messi were parsed and taken out of context by Marca. What he actually said is he doesn't doubt That Lionel had an input in the decision, but others like the decision makers in Barcelona FC were the one responsible for...

Thanks for your response. I'm aware that "Tata" means Dad in many languages (in Singhalese, for example - wife is from Sri Lanka,) just in case some people are not aware of it. Tata or no Tata, we still need a central defender or two. This is a must! Hektor

Hi, "Tata" is a very common name in Argentina. It comes from the gaucho culture and lexicon, which means "Father." It comes from the Quechuan language (Inca) and also the Guaranian language (Guarani indigenous nation,) north east Argentina and Paraguay, which also means "Father." Hektor

One more reason to love Tata - he knows good (Barca) from evil :barca scarf: . Do i hate Real Madrid? No. I only hope they just go away, Greenland or Atartica is a good place for them!

Good one! :worthy: :lol:

Hi, I'm Argentine, but a Barca fan first and foremost. I do not want anyone - absolutely no one - to take over the helm of my team that is no ready to do so. If he fails, we all fail. Martino is an excellent choice very well prepared. I know very well that Tata is not well known in Europe...

Hi, According to the two leading Argentine sports newspapers, Ole and Canchallena, the headlines are: "Habemus Tata." :lol: Hektor

Hi, A big NO! To Bielsa! What has he ever done besides winning a gold medal in the Peking Olympics? In 2002, he took the best team in the world to Korea-Japan and Argentina did not make it out of group! Hektor

Hi, There is no question that Rosell should go; he is destroying the club. However, Gerardo "Tata" Martino is the best coach for Barcelona. He is a very accomplished coach. Paraguay, with a limited team, was one team with Martino and a disaster without him - Paraguay will not qualify for...

Hi Raed: Benjamin is imitating his father with the "hamstring" :) Keep in mind that he is barely 2 years old, who can barely walk and talk. Father = Sergio Aguero Grandfather = Diego Maradona Godfather = Lionel Messi He has no pressure whatsoever :) That is the problem when evaluating the...

Hi: Very good news! Masche would play as goalie, if asked by Tito to do so and he would apply himself to the task. However, I hope he is never asked because we would be in deep trouble if that ever happens. :) We should sign two-year old Benjamin Aguero, Maradona's grandson and the Kun's son...

Hi: It is a non-issue as far as I'm concerned. Even though, I am a strong supporter of Catalunya's independence, I'm also a stronger defender of Villa's right of free expression. Hektor

Hi Bojan: One more thought about my Non-Argentine wife. She proved to be a quick learner and study of all my Argentine women friends. I remembered that my first two years of marriage was a bliss. In "my house" everything I said, was done. If wife disagreed, I used to roar and she wilted...

I do not know. It is part of my "traditions, traditions, traditions." I do not why, but they are "traditions," like Tevye, the milkman, from "Fiedler on the Roof," would say. OK, no Hi and signature. Happy now :)

Hi: I wish I were Diegomessi. I believe that he is a physician and I'm not :) Hektor

Hi Bojan: I'm not saying that what she did, like living in BA with their two daughters, was right or wrong. I do not know their specific home situation. However, I know one thing. Argentine women, especially the porteñas (born in Buenos Aires) are very strong willed and minded. You do not...

Hi Everyone: That is the true Mascherano that we all love for the Argentine National Team: the ultimate team player, unassuming - no ego - , never raises his voice at any teammate, but a fierce competitor on the pitch that gives his all in every single game. He is the one that defended Messi to...

Hi: I agree. It is another alternative, but not the only one. It all depends on the game and what players we want to rest. However, we do have the flexibility, now. If no Cesc, then Mascherano was the best player to bring in, imho. Pep seems to agree with me :) . OK. I agree with Pep. :)...

Hi: Playing both Mascherano and Busquets is perfect and they complement each other very well. Masch is more defensive oriented and Busi is more offensive minded. However, with both playing, we'll have to play a 4-4-2, with Iniesta and Xavi as the offensinse MD and Messi + Villa - no Pedro or...

Hi Everyone: Do not forget that the videos of Mascherano is a compilation of his tackles shown over and over again. He is not a kamikaze player as he appeared in the videos. For example, if you see a compilation of Puyol's tackles, he would also appear to be a kamikaze player. In addition...