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Néstor Apuzzo Criticized for Using Term 'The Normals' in Interview

Shared widely on social media, the remark has reignited debate over exclusionary attitudes toward women and LGBT people in Argentine football.

Overview

  • The comment came during an interview on the program Voces Quemeras when Apuzzo used the phrase “the normals” to contrast women and gay people from himself.
  • A clip of the exchange was posted and amplified on social media, including a widely cited post by the account PaseClave, and drew immediate backlash from fans, journalists and figures in Argentine football.
  • Apuzzo is a well-known former Huracán coach who led the club to promotion and to the 2014 Copa Argentina and 2015 Supercopa Argentina, which helps explain the strong media interest.
  • As of the latest reports, Apuzzo has not issued a public clarification or apology, leaving the episode unresolved and raising questions about reputational and institutional responses.
  • The incident has reopened public discussion about discrimination in the sport and could prompt calls for an official statement from Apuzzo or action from clubs and football authorities.