Cuauhtémoc Blanco was once again at the center of events violent episode which had little to do with the festive atmosphere that usually prevails at friendly games.
This time it happened in Texas, during a meeting between former football players from América and Chivas de Guadalajara the classic of legendsas the former striker responded with a direct attack on the opposing goalkeeper’s faceSergio Hernández, an image that quickly went viral and reignited the debate about a temper of the Mexican idol that never calmed down.
The game was played in McAllen and the stands were full of fans Reconnect with old glories and a logic of camaraderie typical for this type of event. However, the tone of the scene changed abruptly when Hernández lightly pushed Blanco from behind.
The former América goalscorer reacted in the worst possible way: He hit the goalkeeper with a sharp blow in the face, who, to everyone’s surprise, fell to the ground. The game was stopped for a few seconds, with Chivas players surrounding Blanco and others, trying to get in the way so that a major conflict wouldn’t break out.
The images were convincing. There was no prior discussion or anything like that: the push acted as an immediate trigger for a reaction that seemed automatic, almost instinctive and violent. The gesture was difficult to explain in a recreational context, as there were no points at stake and no real competitive pressure.
Minutes later, in a calmer mood, Blanco went up to the goalkeeper and apologized. and helped him sit up, a sequence that allowed the episode to end without physical consequences.
The episode was not an isolated incident. At the end of October, in another legendary game in Tijuana, Blanco was already involved in a violent act Kick Alberto hard Deer Medina, also a Chivas playerin the middle of a lawsuit for a fault he considered unsanctioned. This situation sparked a similar uproar and sounded the first alarm bell about the repetition of inappropriate behavior in friendly matches.
Cuauhtémoc Blanco’s sporting career has always been characterized by this fine line in between Genius and abundance. An undisputed idol of America and one of the great figures of Mexican football in recent decades, he built much of his mystique on rebellion, constant challenge and a strained relationship with referees and rivals.
During his time as a professional increased expulsions, confrontations and sanctions that accompanied crucial targets, technical talent and an overwhelming personality that captivated fans from the first moment.
With retirement This combative profile found continuity in other areas. His foray into politics, first as governor of Morelos and then as a federal deputy, was also marked by conflicts, accusations and public controversies that worsened his institutional image. For many, Blanco represents authenticity and unfiltered passion; For others, it is an example of an impulsiveness that they have never been able to fully tame.
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