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Cuauhtémoc Blanco Punches Chivas Goalkeeper in McAllen Legends Match

A viral video has renewed scrutiny of the ex-Mexico star’s temperament during exhibition games.

Overview

  • The punch occurred in an América vs. Chivas legends friendly in McAllen, Texas, sending the goalkeeper to the turf and forcing a brief stoppage.
  • Blanco later approached the keeper to apologize, the two shook hands, and play resumed without further incident.
  • Footage spread widely on social platforms, prompting debate over acceptable conduct in celebratory exhibitions.
  • Accounts differ on the goalkeeper’s identity, with RÉCORD and El Imparcial naming Sergio Hernández and Excélsior citing Sergio Rodríguez.
  • Some clips show a preceding shove by the keeper and Blanco contended there was no intent, though no official disciplinary action has been reported.