Tigres Club in mourning, former soccer player Salvador Carrillo dies at 74

• Former soccer player Salvador Carrillo dies.
• He dies at 74 years old.
• Legacy in Tigres and Liga MX.

The MX League is in mourning on November 2, as it mourns the loss of Salvador Carrillo, a former player for Tigres, who passed away at the age of 74.

The feline-themed team, which Carrillo helped lead to lasting glory, has announced the passing of this iconic figure, who was part of the championship-winning team in the 1981-1982 season.

“We mourn the passing of Salvador Carrillo, a legendary figure and league champion with Tigres. Our hearts reach out to the heavens, ‘Chava,'» the club shared in a Twitter post.

Chava, the affectionate nickname given to him by supporters and teammates, succumbed to an illness that he had valiantly fought for many years.

Former Tigres soccer player dies

Salvador Carrillo spent his final moments surrounded by his loved ones before the world of soccer in Mexico and elsewhere was jolted by the sad announcement of his passing.

The departure of Salvador Carrillo has struck a heavy blow to the Mexican soccer community, as he is revered by many as a genuine sports legend.

His legacy and his contributions to the game are recalled with both warmth and reverence.

Throughout his career, this soccer luminary showcased remarkable talent on the pitch, establishing himself as a key player for every team he was part of.

A Mexican soccer legend

Throughout his distinguished career, Salvador Carrillo was not solely synonymous with Tigres; he also made significant contributions to other notable Liga MX teams.

It’s important to highlight that the iconic player also donned the jerseys of clubs like Club León, Unión de Curtidores, and Atlético Potosino, leaving his impact at each.

Carrillo’s tenure with Tigres is especially noteworthy—during the 1981-82 season, he was instrumental in leading the team to triumph and earning the championship title.

This achievement has not only remained a cherished memory for Tigres fans but has also been eternally etched into the club’s storied history.

Salvador Carrillo fired

The announcement of Salvador Carrillo’s passing has elicited a flood of condolences and expressions of solidarity across social media and the wider football community.

Peers, past colleagues, and supporters have voiced their sorrow while recounting stories that illustrate Chava’s excellence both as a player and as a person.

Carlos Turrubiates, a former footballer, took to Twitter to share his remembrances, «My first squad as a pro was guided and shaped by my first mentor and father figure in this profession.»

«A wealth of life lessons, thank you for the profound impact you had on my career. Rest in peace, Salvador Carrillo. Sending a hug and a kiss to the heavens,» the Mexican added to his heartfelt tribute.

His love for Tigres

«It is an honor to be part of the Tigres lineage, at any time, there can’t be a number two without there first being a number one,» he expressed last year in an interview.

Even then, Salvador emphasized the significance of Tigres in his life: «So the team is number two at the moment, but we were the first.»

«I feel incredibly proud of the people who are here now, who have built a formidable team,» he remarked during one of those conversations with ABC Sports in March 2022.

His legacy is not just about titles and records; it stands as a testament to his commitment, fervor, and profound affection for the sport of football.

Last goodbye from their clubs

Club Deportivo Unión De Curtidores also took to social media to bid farewell to Salvador Carrillo, acknowledging his contributions to their history.

«The Unión De Curtidores Sports Club laments the painful passing of Salvador Carrillo, former player of the fierce ‘Garra Curtidora’ during the 1974-75 season. A historic figure of our Mexican football!» the club statement read.

«He represented the colors of Curtidores for one season in 1974-75. He was part of the inaugural classic against León on November 10, 1974, which ended in a memorable 4-4 draw,» shared another user.

Additionally, Chava took on the role of a coach, leading the Jabatos de Nuevo León to a championship in the Second Division B during the 1980s.