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The emotion of Diego Gómez's grandparents: From Misiones to the world
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The emotion of Diego Gómez's grandparents: From Misiones to the world

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The grandparents of Paraguayan national team player Diego Gómez expressed immense pride and emotion ahead of his World Cup debut.
  • Eugenio Gómez and Dionicia Amarilla recalled their grandson's sacrifices and discipline from his early days in local football.
  • They highlighted Gómez's humility despite his success in England's Premier League and with the national team, emphasizing his connection to his roots.

The grandparents of Paraguayan national team player Diego Gómez, Eugenio Gómez and Dionicia Amarilla, were overcome with emotion as they spoke about their grandson's upcoming World Cup debut. The couple, from Misiones, Paraguay, shared their profound pride in Gómez's achievements.

Speaking to ABC Color, the grandparents became visibly moved while reflecting on Diego Gómez's early football journey and his significant professional leap to international play. Doña Dionicia recalled the family's sacrifices and the discipline the midfielder demonstrated even from his first steps at a local football school.

We are so proud of our grandson.

— Eugenio GómezGómez's grandfather expressed his feelings ahead of the World Cup debut.

Don Eugenio emphasized that despite his success, particularly in England's demanding Premier League and as a key player for the national team, Diego Gómez has maintained his humility. His grandparents highlighted his unwavering connection to his roots and the support he received from his family.

Mburika Retã, the community where Diego Gómez grew up, is now buzzing with excitement for every match he plays. It has become a focal point for the family's encouragement of the young footballer who, hailing from the country's interior, has not forgotten where he comes from or the people who supported him.

He has always been disciplined and never forgot his roots.

— Dionicia AmarillaGómez's grandmother spoke about his character and connection to home.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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