Sporting Crystal was eliminated from the 2022 League 1 final after losing to FBC Melgar (0-2) at the National Stadium. This result was very hard for the heavenly fans. After this commitment, one of his speakers, Horace the ‘Pepa’ BaldessariHe was present and had harsh words for the players; in addition to fears that the club could change its name.
Speaking after being approached by the press, the former soccer player made it clear that the side were not up to the situation. “Not even yelling the whole stadium beast. What are you gonna give to all these people?
He also expressed his fear that the heavenly club would change its name. “You know what I’m afraid of? That Cristal changes its name, first I will tell you the name that they will end up giving Cristal: Club Atlético Mercenarios,” he added.
Cristal lost millions after failing to advance to the finals
The champions and runners-up of Peruvian football are known to go straight into the group stage of the Copa Libertadores, earning the sum of $3,000,000 each.
In the case of the Sky Blues, who do not meet the definition of championship, they get the place of Peru 3 and receive only $500,000. The reduced amount impacts campus planning for next season.