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Toluca Coach Confronts Referee After Controversial 3-3 Draw

Mohamed's postgame criticism led to Instagram posts from Katia Itzel García that many read as replies, raising the prospect of a formal disciplinary review.

Overview

  • Antonio 'Turco' Mohamed publicly said the referee was "not up to the level" after the 3-3 match between Toluca and Cruz Azul and claimed specific incidents, like a tackle by Gonzalo Piovi, should have been punished with a red card.
  • A video circulated showing Mohamed approaching Katia Itzel García near the dressing rooms to confront her directly after the final whistle.
  • Hours after the match García posted religious and anti-hypocrisy images on her Instagram stories without naming Mohamed, and fans and media widely interpreted those posts as an indirect response.
  • Prominent commentators, led by David Faitelson, condemned Mohamed's conduct and pointed to his history of public clashes with officials; reporting also notes the confrontation revived a prior exchange between them in Jornada 8.
  • Media say Liga MX disciplinary rules allow sanctions for public criticism of referees, so authorities may review Mohamed's remarks and actions while García's high-profile status as an international assignment recipient adds scrutiny to the case.