In the last match of the Liga MX, Chivas responded with a solitary goal from Javier Hernández in a thrilling match against Atlético de San Luis. The forward received a through pass that left him one-on-one with the goalkeeper and managed to score the goal that sparked a peculiar reaction.
After the goal, Chicharito Hernández told the fans present at the Alfonso Lastras Stadium to be quiet. Speculations about the reasons behind the player's gesture were diverse. Some interpreted it as a message to his critics, who had questioned his performance since his return to Chivas.
This gesture reminded many followers of Uriel Antuna's celebration in a previous match when Chivas was eliminated by Pachuca. On that occasion, Antuna also made the silence gesture towards the fans after scoring a penalty goal, generating controversy due to the team's situation on the scoreboard.
The match was characterized by Atlético de San Luis's resounding victory over Chivas, with goals from Sébastien Salles-Lamonge, Vitinho, and Léo Bonatini. However, it was Hernández's goal that drew attention, not only for its execution but also for the subsequent reaction with the gesture towards the stands.
Matchday 9 of the Clausura Tournament 2025 of Liga MX has left fans stunned by the surprising results and the controversies that have arisen around the players' celebrations. Javier Hernández's performance in this match has sparked a wave of opinions on social media and in the specialized press, attempting to decipher the true meaning of his gesture.
