After the recent Liga Profesional match where Talleres suffered a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Newell's Old Boys, the atmosphere surrounding the club has become increasingly tense. The loss not only ended the hopes of Talleres fans for the current season but also resulted in Vélez being crowned as champions. Compounding this distress were the biting comments from Daniel Ferreiro, former executive of Nueva Chicago and ally of AFA president Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia.
Ferreiro chose to express his sentiments publicly via Twitter, where he directed his frustrations toward the club's president, Andrés Fassi. His tweet acknowledged the unwavering passion of Talleres fans but also criticized Fassi's leadership. He stated, "#Talleres second. Respect to the Talleres fans who pour their soul and heart intothe club. That tattoo, brother, will only serve when Fassi leaves the T; as long as he’s here, it will be without a stadium and without titles. You will only change the date. Without Fassi,that day will come."
This tweet added fuel to the already simmering tensions between Fassi and figures within the AFA, particularly Ferreiro, who has not shied away from pointing fingers before. Back in April 2020, he had already implicated Fassi in what he perceived as favoritism toward wealthy clubs over smaller institutions. At the time, he remarked, "The president of Talleres resolves financial issues by calling the Pachuca group,while the vast majority of clubs depend on social contributions from poor neighborhoods and sponsorships from local SMEs. Fassi promotes football for wealthy clubs. Thankfully, the AFA addresses these asymmetries."
Fans of Talleres, following Ferreiro’s tweets, have been pouring their frustrations onto social media, echoing sentiments of disillusionment with Fassi's tenure. Many believe his leadership has led the club to underperformance and disappointment, resulting not just from this recent match but also reflective of broader issues affecting the club's ambitions.
The situation is doubly complex, as Fassi has been president of Talleres during both ascendant and stagnant phases. Despite efforts to stabilize the club's finances and achieve residency status within the top tiers of Argentine football, many supporters feel this may not be enough as they watch rival clubs thrive and claim silverware.
For the supporters, it all culminates to whether Fassi should remain or step aside to pave the way for new management. The tattoo Ferreiro alluded to symbolizes not just dedication but also the permanence of disappointment as fans immortalize dates of lackluster performances. The fans’ passion, tied to their daily lives, makes the club's failures sting deeply. They want results, and they feel let down.
Calls for reform within the management are intensifying. Opinions vary among the fanbase; some echo Ferreiro’s critiques, feeling he has succinctly articulated longstanding grievances, whereas supporters of Fassi argue against the negativity plaguing the discussions.
This latest incident highlights the strain between the club’s ambitions and the love-hate relationship with its management. Talleres, once viewed as potential league contenders, now finds itself questioning the validity and direction of its leadership.
While Ferreiro’s comments may resonate with some fans, they also ignite fierce debates about loyalty, ambition, and the proper paths forward. It remains uncertain how this narrative will develop as next season approaches, but for now, it seems the pressure is mounting for both Fassi and the AFA as the fallout from the recent match continues to ripple through the community.
The passionate fans of Talleres stand united, yearning for change and success, needing reassurance from their leaders. The time for decisive actions is drawing close; as the shadows of disappointment loom ever larger, supporters hope to recapture lost glory.
