Rodrigo Bueno's mother invokes son's memory as Belgrano wins historic title
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- Bety Olave, mother of the late Argentine singer Rodrigo Bueno, invoked her son's memory on the day his beloved football club, Belgrano, won its first national championship.
- Rodrigo Bueno, known as "El Potro," was a passionate fan of Belgrano, and his image was prominent among the celebrating fans.
- The club's victory over River Plate 3-2 in the final held significant emotional weight, especially as it occurred on May 24, Rodrigo's birthday.
On the day Club Atlético Belgrano secured its historic first national championship, Bety Olave, the mother of the late Argentine cuarteto singer Rodrigo Bueno, shared a poignant message invoking her son's memory. Belgrano defeated River Plate 3-2 in the final, a victory that resonated deeply with fans and the Bueno family.
Where did you go Rodrigo? To Belgrano's stadium! May today be your wonderful day and give us all joy, from heaven, from wherever you are. Sit in the stands! I love you son, I love you! Long live Belgrano.
Rodrigo Bueno, affectionately known as "El Potro," was a fervent supporter of Belgrano. His connection to the club was well-known, famously expressed in his song "Soy cordobés," which includes lyrics about "Alberdi," the neighborhood where Belgrano is based. On the day of the final, images of Rodrigo and tributes to him were visible throughout the Mario Kempes stadium and the city.
Bety Olave's message, delivered as she celebrated her birthday, expressed a heartfelt wish for her son's spiritual presence: “Where did you go Rodrigo? To Belgrano's stadium! May today be your wonderful day and give us all joy, from heaven, from wherever you are. Sit in the stands! I love you son, I love you! Long live Belgrano.” The victory, occurring on May 24, Rodrigo's birthday, added an extra layer of emotional significance.
The penalty save against (Mariano) Pavone was at 12:06 AM, the date of Rodrigo's death.
The family's deep ties to Belgrano are notable. Juan Carlos Olave, a former goalkeeper for Belgrano and Rodrigo's cousin, recalled saving a crucial penalty kick at 12:06 AM on June 24, 2000 – the exact date and time of Rodrigo's death – during a promotion match against River Plate on June 26, 2011. Rodrigo himself had a tattoo of Belgrano's crest on his left arm, and a life-sized sculpture of him, funded by fans, was installed at the stadium, honoring him as Belgrano's "Number 1 fan."
Everything that has happened this month is a bit crazy, but crazy people like me just enjoy it and go through it like this. We are all Rodrigo.
Even Rodrigo's son, Ramiro Bueno, a River Plate supporter, acknowledged the extraordinary circumstances, posting on social media, “Everything that has happened this month is a bit crazy, but crazy people like me just enjoy it and go through it like this.” He added a message of unity: “We are all Rodrigo.” The club has previously honored Rodrigo, including a 2001 jersey featuring his face with the phrase “Don't forget me” after his death, and a 2019/2020 season kit with graphics inspired by him.
Towards Belgrano I have the same feeling as a father to a son. Your son can be a delinquent, but for you he will always be the best. That's what happens to me with Belgrano, for me it's the best and I will never change that thought, win or lose.
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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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