Christian Cueva, a Peruvian footballer known as ‘Aladino’, issued a statement on the afternoon of August 20 in response to the serious accusations of physical and psychological violence made by his still wife, Pamela López. The accusations, which include video evidence of the attacks suffered over several years, have generated a strong impact on public opinion and have been the subject of extensive debate on social networks and the media.
What did Christian Cueva say about the attacks on Pamela López?
In his first public statement following allegations of violence brought by his wife Pamela Lopez the national team Christian Cueva He admitted that his conduct was unacceptable. However, the footballer also indicated that there are details of the situation that have not been accurately reported and that, although he assumes responsibility for his actions, he seeks to clarify the facts before the corresponding authorities.
“Violence is inexcusable and my behavior, although it was not spontaneous, but in response, is also inexcusable. I have been accused of many bad things, defects that I surely have and now I am accused of being an abuser and I do not believe I am. I know that I have a complex personality that goes beyond what can be seen of me and I am and will be responsible for my actions, which does not mean that I stop defending myself and seeking to clarify, before the authorities, those events that have not been reported in the way they occurred or that simply did not occur. For all of this, for what happened, what happened differently and even for what did not happen, I ask for forgiveness,” said Christian Cueva.
Statement by Christian Cueva on Instagram. Photo: Christian Cueva/Instagram
What did users say about Christian Cueva’s statement?
Christian Cueva’s statement has failed to convince a large part of the public, who expressed their discontent and skepticism through various social media platforms. Internet users have pointed out that, despite the footballer’s words, the violence exercised against his wife is not justified and that the recognition of a “complex personality” cannot be used as an excuse for his actions.
“He’s already left without a team. How sad how his career is ending,” commented one user, referring to the decision of the Cienciano Club to permanently remove Christian Cueva from its ranks. “Nothing justifies the mistreatment,” “Nothing justifies what I’ve seen,” “Now they’ve removed him from the Cienciano Club for good,” or “Let him be treated as he should be,” were just some of the comments from the public on social networks.
Users reject Christian Cueva’s statement. Photo: Christian Cueva/Instagram
Summary: Internet users against Christian Cueva’s statement
Christian Cueva issued a statement on August 20 in response to allegations of physical and psychological violence made by his wife Pamela López, who presented video evidence of the attacks suffered over several years.
In his statement, Cueva acknowledged that his conduct was unacceptable, but indicated that there are details of the situation that have not been accurately reported and he is seeking to clarify them with the authorities.
Cueva said that, although he takes responsibility for his actions, his “complex personality” should not be used as an excuse for his actions, but he also asked for forgiveness for what happened.
The statement failed to convince the public, and many users on social media expressed their skepticism and discontent, claiming that nothing justifies the violence exercised against his wife.
The decision of the Cienciano Club to permanently remove Christian Cueva from its ranks was widely commented, with users lamenting the end of his career and reaffirming that “nothing justifies the mistreatment.”
Help channels
If you are or know someone who has been affected or involved in acts of domestic or sexual violence, contact the free telephone number Line 100 of the Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations, which has a team specialized in “providing information, guidance and emotional support.”Women’s Emergency Centers or Urgent Care Service. This service is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year (including holidays).
