The draw between Cruz Azul and Mazatlán FC left a scene that quickly went viral on social media. It happened after the assistant referee, Karen Díaz, apparently ignored the greeting of Cruz Azul's coach, Nicolás Larcamón. The match, corresponding to Matchday 12 of the 2026 Clausura, ended 1-1 at Estadio El Encanto. The result was already tense due to refereeing decisions and constant complaints from the bench. However, the incident has become one of the most talked-about moments of the matchday, proving that Mexican football continues to spark debate off the pitch as well. A video on social media showed how, at the end of the match, Larcamón approached the refereeing crew to shake hands, but the Mexican assistant avoided the contact, causing surprise and sparking a debate. The footage of the moment quickly went viral, divided opinions: while some users consider the referee acted professionally to avoid potential complaints, others interpreted the gesture as a lack of courtesy in a common football protocol. Something happened, it's evident. Karen Díaz is one of the most recognized referees in the country, even with World Cup experience, while Nicolás Larcamón has been an intense coach in Mexican football, which adds weight to any interaction in high-pressure moments. So far, there has been no official stance from the Refereeing Commission or Cruz Azul itself regarding the incident, leaving everything to interpretation. It's important to mention that the end of the match was controversial, with the 'cement' coach complaining about the refereeing. During the match broadcast, the Cruz Azul coach was seen upset about the result and the decisions, which exploded with the announcement of added time, leading him to vent his anger on the fourth official. SHE DIDN'T WANT TO GREET. Karen Díaz did not want to shake hands with Nicolás Larcamón at the end of Mazatlán vs Cruz Azul.
