Verón Channels Peaky Blinders, Mocks Feinmann and AFA in Video
Juan Sebastián Verón appears in a new Netflix promotional clip tied to the Peaky Blinders film. The movie, The Immortal Man, is set to premiere on March 20.
The short video pairs the former Argentina international with the show’s 1920s gangster aesthetic. It blends costume play with personal references from his career.
About the film
The story follows a Birmingham crime family in the 1920s. It tracks the rise of boss Thomas Shelby.
Verón’s look and nods to the show
In the clip he wears long suits and a flat cap reminiscent of the show’s wardrobe. Verón often chooses that cap style in public appearances.
Career callbacks and public jabs
The video includes nods to moments from his playing days. It references his 2002 World Cup run, when Argentina exited in the group stage.
He was labeled “the Englishman” at the time because of his Premier League career. At one moment he makes a gesture recalling his request for patience for Marcelo Bielsa.
That gesture referenced a free kick in the last match against Sweden. He also replicates part of a 2009 exchange with journalist Eduardo Feinmann.
Some headlines have summarized the clip as ‘Verón Channels Peaky Blinders, Mocks Feinmann and AFA in Video’. The label captures the mix of costume and public commentary.
Controversial line and possible target
The Pincha president utters a striking line in the clip. He says, “He’s the only one who stands up to the mafia.”
That remark was interpreted by some as aimed at the AFA. The line added a political edge to the promotional spot.
The Immortal Man debuts on Netflix on March 20. Filmogaz.com will cover reactions after the release.
