The joy of Byron Castillo: this is how he reacted after learning of the FIFA ruling against Chile | VIDEO

The tension and concern that Byron Castillo experienced in recent weeks came to an end this Friday. Through a statement, FIFA dismissed the complaint made by the Chilean Football Federation against the player, due to the alleged use of false documents about his nationality in order to be part of the Ecuadorian team.

The 23-year-old soccer player had been emotionally affected by everything that happened regarding the case and even broke down in tears during a Barcelona SC match, his club. However, the athlete calmed down and did not hide his joy in the recent training of the ‘Tri’.

The representation led by coach Gustavo Alfaro is on tour in the United States, for the preparation matches for the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Precisely, Byron Castillo learned of the FIFA resolution in his favor during the practice that did this Friday.

After completing the day’s work, the defender went to the bus that takes the campus to the concentration hotel and was approached by the press. However, the player did not answer the questions and only greeted those present, although the gestures on his face showed a lot of happiness.

Now, Byron Castillo focuses on the friendly match against Cape Verde, which will take place this Saturday, June 11 (6:30 pm Peruvian and Ecuadorian time). In the previous matches, the defender participated in the entire second half in the victory over Nigeria (1-0) and was a substitute in the draw against Mexico (0-0).

What games did Byron Castillo play in the Qualifiers?

Byron Castillo played a total of eight games with the Ecuadorian team in the Qatar 2022 Qualifiers (seven as a starter): against Chile (victory 0-2 and 0-0), against Paraguay (defeat 3-1 and victory 2-0) , against Venezuela (1-0 win), with Argentina (1-1 draw), against Bolivia (3-0 win) and against Uruguay (1-0 loss).