Next Friday, coach Pablo Vico will say goodbye to the Brown de Adrogué club, where he left an indelible mark for 15 years, since he will no longer be the coach due to the poor results he faces in the current Primera Nacional season.
The news surprised many, given the legacy that Vico built on the team, with two promotions and such a close relationship with the institution that it is also reflected in a song dedicated by the fans.
The agreement between Vico and the leadership to conclude their relationship was precipitated due to the team’s disappointing performance in the current Primera Nacional season, where it only achieved one victory and is in last place in Zone B.
From his humble beginnings as a night watchman at the club’s boarding house to his rise as first team coach, Vico was a symbol of perseverance and dedication. His departure will leave an indelible mark on the club’s history, having coached a total of 569 games, with 204 wins, 185 draws and 180 losses.
One of the most memorable moments of his career was the achievement of two promotions, the first to the National B Tournament in the 2013/2014 season and the second in November 2015, moments that were intertwined with tragedy and personal emotion for Vico.
In 2015, after suffering the loss of his son in a tragic car accident, Vico found solace in the team’s success, describing the peace he felt during the crucial match that secured promotion.
The connection between Vico and Brown de Adrogué transcends sports, manifesting itself in the affection of the fans who immortalized him in a song and in gestures such as the buffet of the club that bears his name. His legacy will live on in the hearts of the fans and in the history of Argentine football.
Vico’s farewell marks the closing of one of the most iconic pages of Argentine promotion, but his influence will endure in the club and in sport in general. Next Friday, when Brown de Adrogué faces Estudiantes de Río Cuarto, a notable chapter in the club’s history will close.
