"As" reported that Alba hugged his teammate David Ruiz after a tied goal, whose father had just passed away.
In the second round of Group B of the League Cup group stage, Miami International drew 2-2 with Nagaza, and Alba scored a draw in the 92nd minute. In the end, Miami International defeated his opponent through a penalty shootout. After the tie, Alba did not indulge in celebration, but instead restrained his emotions and pointed to the bench. He had long planned to dedicate this joy to David Ruiz. This silent act of unity is Alba's heartwarming support for the Honduran midfielder who is experiencing the pain of losing his father. After scoring the goal, Alba avoided his teammates all the way to the half, eventually pointing at Ruiz and giving the 21-year-old a hug, who responded with a smile.
The Honduras international returned to Florida on the day the news of his father Antonio Ruiz's death. His professionalism filled the Miami International locker room with empathy.
Ruiz's father was a fan of modified cars. During his lifetime, he drove a bus between San Pedro Sula and Olancito. He fought against the disease for a long time and finally passed away in Laseva on August 2. Despite the grief, Ruiz insisted on returning to the team and sat on the bench of the League Cup against Nagaza with a professional attitude. The bad news is heartbreaking, but Alba completed the tribute in the most moving way. Amid the hustle and bustle of celebration, the hero of the night left room for comfort for his teammates and conveyed warmth in the purest football language.