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The news shook South American football, and now images that have gone viral have added more drama to a situation that worried everyone. Fernando Gago suffered an acute myocardial infarction in Chile and had to be rushed to the hospital, but the cameras may have captured something that went unnoticed at the time.
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The host claimed the expression was part of a typical joke with a member of the production team, unrelated to his assessment of the tournament. (Photo: A24)
Those who rewatched the press conference after the Universidad de Chile match began to highlight a series of gestures that now take on a different meaning. At various points, he is seen touching his face, rubbing his eyes, breathing deeply, and drinking water repeatedly. Even towards the end, when he stands up to leave, a grimace of pain catches the attention of many.
The images are compelling and fueled speculation that the coach was already experiencing the first symptoms of a heart attack while answering reporters’ questions.
It had all started several hours earlier. According to sources close to the club, Gago began feeling unwell during the pre-match training camp but decided to continue. His coaching staff reportedly suggested he get some tests done, but the coach prioritized the game.
The pressure of the match wasn’t helping either. Universidad de Chile needed a win to avoid losing ground in the league, and the atmosphere was extremely tense.
During the game, Gago continued leading the team despite his discomfort. However, the symptoms reportedly intensified after the final whistle.
He already looked uncomfortable before the press conference. During the press conference, his sighs and some of his physical gestures seemed strange to those who know him. No one imagined that behind that scene lay a much more serious condition.
Finally, the doctors, led by Diego Molina, decided to act quickly and recommended he undergo emergency tests. The coach agreed and was transferred to the Clínica Alemana in Santiago.
There, specialists detected a blockage in a coronary artery, a diagnosis consistent with an acute myocardial infarction. The intervention was immediate, and he underwent angioplasty with stent placement to restore blood flow.
In the last few hours, the Clínica Alemana issued its first official medical report, bringing reassurance.
“The patient is in good spirits and will soon begin cardiac rehabilitation,” the statement indicated.
The news generated enormous concern among fans of Boca Juniors, Racing Club, Vélez Sarsfield, the Argentine national team, and all the clubs he played for and coached.
Meanwhile, images from that press conference continue to circulate on social media. And many agree on one thing: no one imagined that those seemingly normal gestures would end up being the last signs before the dramatic health episode suffered by Fernando Gago.
The news shook South American football, and now images that have gone viral have added more drama to a situation that worried everyone. Fernando Gago suffered an acute myocardial infarction in Chile and had to be rushed to the hospital, but the cameras may have captured something that went unnoticed at the time.
Read also: The strong outburst Ariel Rodríguez made about the World Cup without realizing he was on air
The host claimed the expression was part of a typical joke with a member of the production team, unrelated to his assessment of the tournament. (Photo: A24)
Those who rewatched the press conference after the Universidad de Chile match began to highlight a series of gestures that now take on a different meaning. At various points, he is seen touching his face, rubbing his eyes, breathing deeply, and drinking water repeatedly. Even towards the end, when he stands up to leave, a grimace of pain catches the attention of many.
The images are compelling and fueled speculation that the coach was already experiencing the first symptoms of a heart attack while answering reporters’ questions.
It had all started several hours earlier. According to sources close to the club, Gago began feeling unwell during the pre-match training camp but decided to continue. His coaching staff reportedly suggested he get some tests done, but the coach prioritized the game.
The pressure of the match wasn’t helping either. Universidad de Chile needed a win to avoid losing ground in the league, and the atmosphere was extremely tense.
During the game, Gago continued leading the team despite his discomfort. However, the symptoms reportedly intensified after the final whistle.
He already looked uncomfortable before the press conference. During the press conference, his sighs and some of his physical gestures seemed strange to those who know him. No one imagined that behind that scene lay a much more serious condition.
Finally, the doctors, led by Diego Molina, decided to act quickly and recommended he undergo emergency tests. The coach agreed and was transferred to the Clínica Alemana in Santiago.
There, specialists detected a blockage in a coronary artery, a diagnosis consistent with an acute myocardial infarction. The intervention was immediate, and he underwent angioplasty with stent placement to restore blood flow.
In the last few hours, the Clínica Alemana issued its first official medical report, bringing reassurance.
“The patient is in good spirits and will soon begin cardiac rehabilitation,” the statement indicated.
The news generated enormous concern among fans of Boca Juniors, Racing Club, Vélez Sarsfield, the Argentine national team, and all the clubs he played for and coached.
Meanwhile, images from that press conference continue to circulate on social media. And many agree on one thing: no one imagined that those seemingly normal gestures would end up being the last signs before the dramatic health episode suffered by Fernando Gago.