Former footballer Adolfo Machado, who played for Alajuelense and Saprissa, recounted his experience during the strong earthquake that hit Panamá on October 9th. Machado detailed how he lived through the seismic event in his hometown of Panamá. The defender described the intensity of the quake and the immediate aftermath. He shared personal details of the experience, providing a firsthand account of the event's impact. His story offers a glimpse into how residents of Panamá experienced the earthquake. Machado’s experience highlights the widespread impact of the earthquake across Panamá.