In October this year, Municipal was relegated to League 2 after finishing second to last (31 points) in the overall League 1 2023 table. Municipal's team lost points due to violations not only on the field, but also in the table. Although the local championship has already ended, the president of “Muni”, Aldo Olcese, He said they had filed a lawsuit with the licensing court to allow the strip to play in the top category.
Municipal and its consistency in League 1
In an interview for The Republic, The former footballer stated that he was requesting Unión Comercio's relegation because he made a mistake by not submitting documents to the association.
“We have been complaining about cases of double contracts like this for months. The association allows you to enter into dual contracts as long as you state this in your affidavit at the beginning of the year. Some have submitted, others have not (Binational and Unión Comercio); So that’s what we’re asking for,” he explained.
Aldo Olcese defended the colors of Deportivo Municipal in the 2014 and 2015 seasons. Photo: Composition
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—How is the decision on the lawsuit before the licensing court going?
“Throughout the championship they took away points from us, they punished us with two games without playing and all because we stuck to them, but at the wrong time. “We have all our contracts in order, but it seems to us that we are competing at a disadvantage because not all teams are viewed equally.
Our complaint goes there and was recently filed in court. However, it was decided that it should be sent back to the Licensing Commission and that they can well examine these cases so that they can present all the necessary documents and decide.
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—What is the deadline for a response to this complaint?
“They gave the licensing (commission) 15 days, and I think we already have five days. “Let's hope it doesn't take too long and we can deliver it as quickly as possible, because that doesn't allow us either , to focus 100% on the team we are going to put together. We don't know if we can form a team for first or second place.
—What happens if the answer for Municipal is not positive?
—If you don't agree with us, we'll go to the TAS. We think we are absolutely right. We submitted reports and evidence to the court. I believe that with these tests we would be right and stay in first place.
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Aldo Olcese interviewed as president of the municipality
Another time, Aldo Olcese referred to his appointment as president of Deportivo Municipal following the resignation of Samuel Astudillo. The former footballer insisted he would remain in office despite fans' dissatisfaction as there was no one to take charge.
“Now it was my turn and it was very difficult. At this point I cannot resign, otherwise the club would no longer have a head. We have to move on, we complain and the club has to move on (…) Some members told me: “I have an investor, if he comes, you leave.” And I told them yes, but in the end that never happened,” he explained.
—Will Aldo Olcese stay until 2025 or would he leave office if the elections are brought forward?
“We have to hold a new meeting and if the members decide to hold new elections then it will happen.” Normally the elections should take place at the end of next year, but if the partners decide to bring them forward, they are done. This could be determined in the new meeting that would take place in March.
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—How is Municipal preparing for the 2024 season?
“It's quite difficult to put together a team when you don't know whether you're going to stay in the first class or move up to the second class. Anyway, we observe and consult with some trainers who have these two profiles; That means they were both second and first. Nowadays we should finish with the coach; We manage 4 or 5 national technicians. We cannot bring foreigners because it is difficult to hire an employee due to the circumstances involved such as travel, housing, etc. The club cannot cope with these costs.
—What would you say to Municipal fans who oppose you remaining as president?
“The problem is with the board, not with the institution.” Do things for the good of the institution. Do not confuse the desire to annoy, annoy or exclude the board with things that are directed against the club. I hope that everything improves and communication with fans and partners gets better so that in the end we can all row together in the same direction.