Aldo De Nigris Gets More Than Game-Winning Goal

Aldo De Nigris’ goal was more than just a game winner for Monterrey.

Nov 21, 2009 10:35:18 PM

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Aldo De Nigris- Monterrey (Mexsport)
Just days after his older brother’s death, Aldo de Nigris suited up for Monterrey. Of course Aldo was given his time for grievance but felt that his brother would have wanted him to play.  Aldo was right his brother would have wanted him to play as he converted the only goal of the encounter giving Monterrey the win over America.
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“It’s what he would have wanted. He used to call me after every game to congratulate me. He used to follow all my games from over there and I just know that he was with us today” said Aldo de Nigris to Notimex.

The presence was certainly felt. There were fans in the stadium with massive banners of Antonio de Nigris, fans with his name on their shirts, and fans with the infamous number nine. The Monterrey squad also paid their tribute by wearing a shirt that remembered de Nigris during their warm up session.

There was a video that commemorated de Nigris’ life and captured the attention of everyone. Fans watched with tears streaming down their faces and knew at that time that this game was going to be “Tanos”.

“It’s tough what were going through, added Aldo.” We know that he is with God, and that he will be the angel that will take care of all of us.”


Monterrey takes an important lead into the Azteca, place where Antonio de Nigris once played. The atmosphere will no doubt be the same if not more intensified. With both de Negris out on the field again, Monterrey should be able to take care of business and advance to the next round.

Sylvestre Adame, Goal.com

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