Overview

• During a Sept. 25 debate on Alianza Lima’s Copa Sudamericana exit, a heated exchange culminated with Evaristo Cruz (‘Chevaristo’) striking Silvio Valencia, prompting producers to cut the live feed and delete the program from YouTube.
• Silvio Valencia apologized for his language, said his use of the term “puneño” was not intended as a racial slur, and stated he will not take action against Cruz.
• Evaristo Cruz said he felt provoked and discriminated against, acknowledged his reaction was wrong, and issued a public apology.
• The Erick & Gonzalo channel apologized for “excesses” on air and announced a restructuring of its content to prevent similar incidents.
• The clip spread widely on social media and was covered by outlets in Chile, and there have been no reports of legal filings or formal disciplinary measures.