Nacional's 'El Demente': The Fan Who Lives and Breathes for the Club

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay – At a local football stadium, a dedicated fan of Club Nacional de Football, affectionately known as "El Demente," shared his profound connection to the team in a recent interview. Identified by his nickname, the fan emphasized his unwavering commitment, stating, "I come to all the games, I always come back. I'm from the old guard, and Nacional is everything to me." "El Demente" recounted some of Nacional's most significant achievements, including a memorable goal by Luis Suarez and the historic 1988 Copa Libertadores victory, which he described as one of the club's greatest triumphs. He also revealed a personal sacrifice made for the club: quitting smoking after 42 years when Nacional won the Uruguayan basketball league. Addressing the current team directly, "El Demente" expressed his desire for greater success. "They need to put everything on the field once and for all. We're out of the Copa Libertadores, we lost the Apertura. Try to win a game, try to win the championship, kids!" he urged, reflecting the fervent hopes of the club's loyal supporters.