Pablo Milad faces severe scrutiny at the end of his tenure leading the ANFP, as sports journalist Juan Cristóbal Guarello publicly accused the president of touring instead of handling pressing domestic football crises.
ANFP President Skips Official Duties During European Trip
The controversy centers on Milad’s extended overseas travel following the conclusion of the FIFA international window and Chile’s matches in the United States. Rather than returning directly to Chile to address ongoing administrative issues, Milad traveled to Spain. His absence forced Jorge Yunge to step in and attend an official government meeting at the Ministry of Sports (Mindep).
Guarello detailed the itinerary on his podcast, La Hora de King Kong, noting that the trip coincided with critical institutional deadlines and governance problems within Chilean soccer.
Domestic Crises Mount While Leadership Remains Abroad
Reporting highlights that Milad’s departure leaves domestic clubs grappling with unresolved organizational hurdles, including the upcoming election of his successor, escalating violence involving stadium barras, and contentious disciplinary rulings decided in administrative offices rather than on the pitch.
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Critics point out that the federation president continued collecting daily travel allowances (viáticos) while abroad, drawing sharp public rebukes from media analysts regarding his accountability during his final weeks in office.
Public Rebuke Over Unaddressed National Team Concerns
In addition to skipping domestic governance meetings, Milad faced criticism for remaining silent on critical sporting matters during his stay in North America. Guarello emphasized that the federation chief failed to address public inquiries regarding player situations, such as Marcelino Núñez, during his time away from the country.
The unfolding friction underscores mounting tensions between club directors and the administration as Chilean football prepares for upcoming leadership elections.
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