Juan Tagle Denies Coup Attempt, Vows Continued Football Involvement

Juan Tagle, the recently departed president of Cruzados, the entity managing Universidad Católica, has broken his silence to address his future and refute claims of attempting to oust ANFP president Pablo Milad. Tagle asserted that his differences with Milad were always public and cordial, dismissing rumors of a "coup" as baseless.

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It is curious, because there are some who insist on this lie that I tried to stage a coup against Pablo Milad.

Tagle expressed disappointment at not being appointed to the Chilean Football Federation's Council, a position he felt qualified for. "I believe I have something to contribute to the relevant discussion that is coming now about the new Federation," he stated, lamenting that the board opted for others they deemed more capable. Despite this setback, Tagle remains resolute in his desire to stay connected to Chilean football.

"I have a lot of energy left... I find it hard to believe that I won't have any participation in football again," Tagle confessed, hinting at potential future roles. These could range from involvement with Universidad Católica to serving in leadership positions within the broader Chilean football landscape, such as the League or the Federation. His passion for the sport remains undimmed, even as he transitions away from his high-profile executive role.

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I have a lot of energy left (...) I find it hard to believe that I won't have any participation in football again.

Tagle emphasized that his critiques of the current football leadership were always direct and transparent. He maintained a respectful relationship with Milad throughout their interactions, despite significant policy disagreements. His departure from Cruzados marks the end of an era, but his continued interest in contributing to the sport suggests his influence in Chilean football may not be entirely over.

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It is a decision that of course I do not share, but that I have no choice but to respect. My interest remains in the future, perhaps not with this level of exposure that I had now.