BTN News: José Eduardo Derbez recently caused a stir on social media by officially introducing his daughter, Tessa, and sharing photos that showed the Derbez and Ruffo families reunited for the first time in years. This reunion comes after many years of public disputes between Victoria Ruffo and Eugenio Derbez, making the moment particularly special.
In a heartfelt post, José Eduardo shared his favorite photos, including the highly anticipated reunion photo of his parents. He captioned the post, “These are some of my favorite photos. Here is the long-awaited picture I promised.” As expected, the comments poured in, but the one that stood out the most was from Vicky Ruffo. The star of “La Madrastra” and “Simplemente María” commented with a blushing emoji, saying, “What a beautiful family!” Her comment received over 9,300 likes, highlighting the public’s approval and excitement over the family’s reconciliation.
Victoria Ruffo, often referred to as the ‘Queen of Telenovelas,’ recently opened up about her first encounter with her famous ex-partner since the birth of their granddaughter. Speaking on July 3rd, she expressed how this new addition to their family had created a new chapter for both families. “We are here to celebrate a new life in the family, and there’s no need for conflict. Instead, we should support each other. He has his life, and I have mine. We get along well, and there will always be a bond through José Eduardo,” she stated to various media outlets.
Meanwhile, the football world was rocked by a different kind of controversy. After Enzo Fernández sang a song that referenced French players with African origins, John Obi Mikel, the former captain of Nigeria, reflected on the issue of African players choosing to represent European countries. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, Mikel shared his frustrations, recalling how the Nigerian Football Federation had once asked him to persuade Nigerian players in Europe to play for their homeland.
“I approached these players and their parents, telling them, ‘You are Nigerian. Why not represent your country?’ But their response was always, ‘No, we want to play for England or France,’” Mikel recounted. He continued to criticize the tendency of these players to treat African teams as a backup option. “They wait until they are 25 or 26 and not called up by England, then they consider Nigeria or Cameroon. We should not be treated as a second option. You should be proud of your African roots and represent your country,” Mikel asserted.
He also condemned those who look down on African teams, saying, “Don’t wait until you’re 29 or 30 when you’re past your prime. If you decide to play for England, stick with it. Don’t treat us as an afterthought.”
Mikel, who played 89 matches for Nigeria, made his debut on August 17, 2005, at just 18 years old. His final game was the third-place match in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, which Nigeria won. His international career highlights include winning a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
In another sports-related development, Chelsea’s new coach, Enzo Maresca, addressed the recent controversy involving Enzo Fernández. Following Fernández’s racially insensitive song, Maresca commended the player for issuing a public apology. “It’s great that he apologized. The club handled it well. I don’t think he will face any issues when he returns. There were no bad intentions. The situation is clear now. We’re all human, and there’s no ill will from anyone,” Maresca said, hoping to ease tensions within the club.
Teammate Reece James also supported Fernández, noting that while he hasn’t yet joined the team, it’s crucial to address the issue appropriately when he does. “Enzo recognized his mistake and apologized quickly to the club, the team, and those he offended,” James added.
However, some teammates, including Malo Gusto, Axel Disasi, and Wesley Fofana, who play for the French national team, were reportedly upset by Fernández’s actions, highlighting the ongoing sensitivity and impact of such incidents within the sports community.
