Under normal conditions, this first post-holiday article would be dedicated to the perpetrators of the start of the Spanish League on August 15 with a captivating double feature consisting of an Alavés-Getafe and a subsequent Sevilla-Rayo Vallecano. With all due respect to the mentioned clubs, and very little to the masterminds behind such an opening, just two observations that together should lead to a reflection that will not happen: 1) in Spain right now, the general ambient temperature is suitable for baking pizzas; and 2) in Germany, a country located quite far north, the Bundesliga starts in two weeks.
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Having said that, let’s talk about Ferran Torres, a forward who as of yesterday is officially a PSG player and whose post-goal ego boost after his decisive goal in the World Cup final has been historic. We will not dispute here the importance of his achievement, that stands, but neither the lack of consonance between the perception the world has of someone and that person’s perception of themselves, which in the case of this footballer reaches Andean heights. Self-confidence is essential to build resilience against the pressure elite athletes must endure, but miscalculating by excess can lead to caricature, unless you are the number one in your discipline, which is not the case here.
Ferran Torres’ career is remarkable, but he was not a starter at Manchester City, nor did he achieve it at Barça after five seasons, nor in the national team, where the number nine by merit is undoubtedly Oyarzabal. The hero of the final would have been doubly so by accepting his role with a mix of personal vindication and humility but, as has been usual throughout the irregular career of this forward, settling scores won by a landslide.
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Among the Barcelonistas, and here, believe me, the generalization is demonstrable, Ferran Torres’ departure in exchange for almost 50 million euros has been celebrated to the point of gathering Barça fans of all sensitivities on the same imaginary landing, and there are many. A miracle comparable to the goal in the New York final.
