Celta de Vigo became the main player in the last round of LaLiga in Spain, although not for good reason. The Galician club suffered a painful 2-3 defeat against FC Barcelona, despite leading 2-0 until the 81st minute of the game. ‘Rafa’ Benítez’s side paid dearly for not defending well in the closing stages of the game, a result that fans believe could have been different had the coach made a substitution Renato Tapiawhich became a trend on social networks.
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“Renato Tapia! It was your job to step in as a central defender, like in the national team, to show how they defend.” “You would have included Renato Tapia and Benítez. Didn’t you see the great game against Brazil?”, “Renato Tapia was a spectator at Barcelona’s comeback”, “Terrible failure by Celta. ‘Rafa’ Benítez, that’s what happens to you if you don’t play against Renato Tapia”, “Renato Tapia can’t be a replacement at Celta, he’s more than Beltrán and even as a central defender he would do better.” “I’m happy , that their coach Renato Tapia did not use to finish the game. They had won it,” the publications read.
This start to the season has been particularly tough for Tapia as he has barely spent 17 minutes on the pitch in six games played. The Peruvian national team midfielder was only able to play in three games, all after coming off the bench.
What did “Rafa” Benítez say about Renato Tapia?
A few days ago the Spanish coach spoke about his team’s situation. In a press conference, Benítez explained the reason for the lack of continuity that the Inca has under his command.
“The discussions with Tapia were clear and he was happy to stay. (…) I believe that players train, work and, if they deserve it or if they contribute something else, play. If not, him.” “I have to keep working on it, Renato is a professional, intelligent, and it will stay that way,” he said at the time.
How was Barcelona vs. Celta Vigo?
This Saturday, FC Barcelona beat Celta 3-2 at the Montjuic Olympic Stadium and took back the lead of the table. Jorgen Strand Larsen (18th) and Anastasios Douvikas (76th) had given the guests the lead, but Robert Lewandowski (81st and 86th) and Joao Cancelo (89th) turned things around.
How old is Renato Tapia and how tall is he?
Currently, Renato Tapia is 28 years old and turned old on July 28 last year. His height is now 1.85 meters.
How much is Renato Tapia worth in 2023?
According to the specialist portal Transfermarkt, Renato Tapia’s current market value is six million euros. This measurement of your passport letter is from June 2023.