Milei and Simeone's Unexpected Reunion in Madrid: A Flashback to the Soccer Field

President Milei's Unexpected Madrid Encounter with Diego Simeone In a surprising turn of events during President Javier Milei's recent trip to Madrid, he crossed paths with renowned Atlético de Madrid coach Diego "El Cholo" Simeone. The brief encounter, captured on video, shows the two Argentines engaging in friendly conversation, reminiscing about a past soccer game where they faced off as opponents. The video, released by the government, shows Milei and Simeone shaking hands and laughing together. "What a pleasure to see you! I played against you," Milei is heard saying to Simeone in the video. The meeting took place before President Milei's participation in the closing ceremony of the Madrid Economic Forum. In a previous interview with radio Urbana Play 104.3, President Milei, a former goalkeeper in Chacarita Juniors' youth teams, recalled his encounter with Simeone on the field. "In my first game against him, he injured one of my teammates," Milei recounted. "That's how he played: he'd take the ball and eat your liver with his eyes," he added, describing Simeone's intense style during his time with Vélez Sársfield's youth teams. The unexpected encounter highlights a connection between the worlds of politics and sports, offering a lighter moment amidst President Milei's busy schedule. The video's release underscores the government's interest in sharing these personal interactions with the public.