During the Annual Gala of the Paolini Foundation, Carlos Tevez stopped to talk about the special bond he has with Juan Román Riquelme. The former Boca Juniors footballer shared how those private meetings are and made it clear that they go far beyond sports.
“We talk about everything. I’ve known him since he was very young and his whole family. So we get together more to be with family, to enjoy a nice barbecue, and, above all, to talk about life,” he revealed to GENTE. This phrase summarizes a relationship built over the years, based on trust and shared affection.
Regarding Riquelme's current situation, Tevez was direct and positive. “I think the important thing is that he is well and happy at Boca. That seems fundamental to me,” he noted, referring to his return from the United States. For the Apache, the personal well-being of the leader is the foundation of everything else.
The conversation also revolved around the club's current status in the Professional Football League. Tevez expressed optimism about what he sees in the squad and the overall functioning of the team. “I see them well. I think Boca is growing, doing very well, and the truth is that we have to trust that and that the players are doing well,” he stated with conviction.
The desire to see Boca as champions
When asked about his hopes for the institution that saw him rise as an idol, he did not hesitate. “If you ask me, I always want Boca to do well, to become champions, and to make the fans happy,” he added. This phrase encapsulates the sentiment of someone who remains emotionally connected to the blue and gold jersey.
In response to questions about a potential future as a coach, Tevez chose caution. “For now, they are fine as they are,” he confessed, setting aside any speculation about a role change in the short term. He prefers to focus on the present and support from another place.
The former player also reviewed the performance of the Argentine National Team in the last World Cup, where the national team reached the final and lost to Spain. “I think Argentina's participation was excellent. Being world champions, then runners-up… I believe it is a historic team and, well, the truth is that all the Argentine people will always be grateful for what this team did,” he analyzed with respect and pride.
On the same charitable night, a particular moment occurred when a Boca jersey signed by Tevez was auctioned. The piece reached twenty thousand dollars, and the buyer was Elina Costantini, who won a bidding war against her husband, businessman Eduardo Costantini. The gesture brought smiles and reinforced the spirit of the evening.
The value of being present
Tevez concluded his remarks by highlighting the importance of these initiatives. “The important thing is to help the foundation, so the truth is that one feels happy about that. I think it is important to be present, which is essential, especially for the kids and to help those who need it most,” he said simply. For him, presence and concrete commitment are what truly matter.
The night combined football, affection, and solidarity. Tevez not only spoke about his relationship with Riquelme and Boca's present but also left a clear message about the importance of supporting those in need. In a context of a charity gala, his words and his signed jersey contributed to a cause that seeks to create a real impact.
The Apache appeared close, sincere, and connected to the causes that call him. Amid shared barbecues, analysis of Argentine football, and support for the foundation, he made it clear that his bond with Boca and the people around him remains deep and genuine. A night where football and solidarity met in the best way.
