Cuca, a lover of the bleachers of the traditional Baixada, where from childhood nourished a fervent love for the Athletic. However, this passion was kept secret, in respect to the impartiality required by the professional world of football. But everyone knew between the lines and the coach even declared that he would never play in the heart club.
But fate has reserved a twist for Cuca, revealed now, at the height of his career: the return to the Club Athletico Paranaense.
The hiring of Cuca by Hurricane cannot be understood without taking into account his personal and professional journey. To disregard this context would be to ignore an essential part of the story, something that does not go unnoticed in the sports journalistic scenario of Curitiba.
The recent decision of the Swiss court, completely nullifying the case and declaring the prescription of crime, brings to light the challenges facing Cuca in relation to his reputation. Legally, the incident that motivated the prosecution, including depositions, forensic reports and testimony, was considered nonexistent. However, the complexity of the case goes beyond the legal aspect.
The public figure of Cuca and his performance in a medium where emotion often prevails over legal reasoning make the situation even more complicated. The debate transcends the barriers of the judicial system, also covering ethical and moral considerations.
It is essential to recognize that the legal absence of a crime, due to procedural flaws, does not eliminate its ethical implications. A classic example is the crime of sexual assault, as mentioned by Father Antônio Vieira in his sermon on "The Judgment of Men".
Cuca has always vehemently denied the charges, despite the existence of a sentence based on technical, documentary and witness evidence. Now, the core of the issue lies in the moral sphere, which can only be assessed by Cuca's own consciousness.
Cuca's return to the Club Athletico Paranaense You're not free of challenges. The final verdict on his reputation will be given not in the courts, but in the bleachers of Baixada, where the Hurricane fans will assume the role of judge.
