WWhile Mexicans remain divided over Roberto Gómez Bolanos’ clean humor, with many loving it and many hating it, Argentines continue to show affection for “Chespirito” and his characters, primarily El Chavo del 8. Lionel Messi is one of them.
Invited by Nahuel Guzman and host Gonzalo Iglesias to the podcast Milo de Atlas, the world football prodigy took part in an exercise in putting together an ideal eleven from his neighborhood. This game confirmed the value that comedians have in the public tastes of South Americans (Argentines in this case).
The ideal team of Messi and El Chavo del 8
Leo assembled his starting lineup in a 4-4-2 system with Peyton. As the team’s coach, he chose Dr. Patatin, a man of great experience and longevity, to lead the team.
Professor Girajuares (Goalkeeper) Don Ramon (Defender) San Barriga (Defense) La Popis (Defender) Doa Florinda (Defense) Nono (Midfielder) Witches of 71 (Midfielder) El Chavo del Eight (Midfielder) El Chapulin Colorado (Midfielder) Cuico (Forward) La Chilindrina (Forward)
It was his size that gave Girafales the goal. Don Ramon “kicked” you and was placed in the defensive zone. Chavo del Eito is “del ocho” and is therefore considered a midfielder. El Chapulin Colorado deserves special treatment. Because he’s a 10, a playmaker. Messi insists, “I am the one who will save me.”
Is it a coincidence that Cuiko was chosen as the attacker?
No wonder Messi positioned this character as a striker. Don’t forget that Carlos Villagran, who plays him, also played Valentino in the movie El Chamfre. In the film, starring Gomez Bolanos, Villagran plays the role of America’s leading scorer. He’s the star of the team and the star of the soccer world. How many times did Messi watch the film? This likely influenced his decision to assemble his ideal attacking team.
