The reason why Chespirito switched from Chivas to América

The biographical series about Roberto Gómez Bolaños, widely recognized as the definitive story of Chespirito, has reached its conclusion, leaving a wealth of emotional and meaningful scenes for fans of the legendary Mexican comedian.

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Among them, there was one that stood out especially among national football fans: The moment when Gómez Bolaños presented his beloved character "El Chanfle" to Emilio Azcárraga Milmo, better known as “El Tigre”, historical owner of Televisa and Club América.

In this scene, Chespirito explains the idea behind “El Chanfle,” a modest kit man with a great passion for football. During the conversation, he tells Azcárraga that he'll need to film in major sporting venues like stadiums and training fields. However, what is most surprising is when he mentions that he wants to have "the best team in Mexico" for his project.

True to his straightforward style, Emilio Azcárraga Milmo wasted no time in offering Club América, his network's flagship team. But Chespirito's response was as unexpected as it was memorable: "No, the best team in Mexico is Chivas."

The statement left Azcárraga perplexed, who did not hesitate to question him, especially considering that many of Gómez Bolaños' characters, such as Chavo del 8 or Chapulín Colorado, begin with "CH" , which seemed like a natural coincidence that connected with América. But Gómez Bolaños, with his characteristic wit, simply responded: “For Chivas.”

This moment, beyond its humor and surprise, became one of the most talked-about twists in the series. It not only generated nostalgia for those who grew up watching Chespirito's creations, but also rekindled the eternal rivalry between fans of Club América and Chivas de Guadalajara.

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The scene made it clear that Roberto Gómez Bolaños was not only a master entertainer, but also a passionate football fan, capable of inserting subtle criticism and a personal statement into a seemingly casual conversation.

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