Who is Luis Leal, the Portuguese executioner who does not lose the habit of embittering River

Luis Leal was born 35 years ago in Arrentela, Portugal, but has African roots. This is why he represents the Sao Tome and Principe national team, of which he became captain and top scorer. He had a career in minor teams in his home country, a step in the climb of Spain, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Cyprus, Paraguay until arriving in Argentina and wearing the Newell’s shirt. Thus, he scored 3 goals that he will always remember, just against River. Last night was the fourth he made to the millionaire team. Once again the Panther have left their mark, now with the shirt of Arsenal.

Yes, Leal scored 4 goals against River. Not everyone was able to win like last night. But it was his second victory at the Monumental like that November 26, 2017, when he also scored in Rosario’s 3-1 win against the red armband. He also scored in River 4-Newell’s 2 played on March 2, 2019. And that same year, in Newell’s 2-River 3 he played in Parque de la Independencia.

Leal came on 13 minutes into the second half in place of Flabián Londoño, the Colombian on loan from River to Arsenal. And it was the only reference in the area. He had one and he didn’t fail, already stripped of the dreadlocks he wore at his debut. Shaved, he celebrated with a dance after the assistance of Lucas Guzmán, the great figure.

Another highlight of Núñez’s evening was experienced by Fabián Ruiz, the Arsenal manager. As soon as the game was over, he looked very excited. He started crying. He wasn’t for inferiors. He had come to replace Leonardo Madelón and after a brief interlude, the management confirmed him as coach of the First Division. He had failed to add three in the league and it was urgent after the defeat against Racing in Sarandí. The sensational victory against River gave him another confirmation.