Profe Ibáñez: De una prisión en Sudáfrica al Mundial 2026

Welcome to Fútbol de Cabeza! In this special edition, we're joined by Julio "El Profe" Ibáñez for one of the most intimate, raw, and impactful conversations in our channel's history. After spending 77 days unjustly detained in a South African prison, the renowned sports journalist breaks his silence and shares how he survived that nightmare behind bars, the emotional impact of regaining his freedom, and the mental fortitude he needed to go from a jail cell to covering the biggest football tournament. Plus, with his ever-present notebook, El Profe analyzes the best and worst of the 2026 World Cup: the evolution of tactical projects, the tournament's biggest failures, Mexico's performance, CONMEBOL's growth, emerging teams, and the real impact of the new 48-team format on competitiveness. A must-see interview that combines the most human side of resilience with top-level football analysis. What surprised you most about Professor Ibáñez's story? Let us know in the comments. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL! CLICK THE BELL TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN THE NEW EPISODE IS RELEASED Ricardo Pelaez's "Futbol de Cabeza" (Head Football) The best interviews and anecdotes in the world of football. Up-to-date information. Strategies, debates, results, analysis, and much more. Don't forget to subscribe to all our social media: YouTube: @futboldecabeza Instagram: @futboldecabeza9 Facebook: Futbol de Cabeza 9 TikTok: Futboldecabeza9 #FutbolDeCabeza #RicardoPelaez #ProfeIbanez #JulioIbanez #WorldCup2026 #SportsJournalism #ExclusiveInterview #SouthAfrica #Prison #MexicanNationalTeam