The Guadalajara manager went down to the locker room area at Akron Stadium after the game to address the referees
A strong discussion took place in the tunnel of the Akron Stadium between Fernando Hierro, sports director of Chivas, with Óscar Mejía, central referee of the match, as well as with his work team, which was captured by ESPN Digital once the first leg of the match ended. the Quarterfinals of Clausura 2024 between Chivas and Toluca.
The Chivas sports director went down to the locker room area once the match was over and addressed the referees.
ESPN captured the moment in which Fernando Hierro complained to the refereeing body commanded by Óscar Mejía, who was only listening to the Chivas manager. Fernando Hierro’s frustration with the refereeing decisions was evident after the match.
Once they managed to separate Fernando Hierro from the refereeing body, the Spanish manager went to the Chivas locker room. This incident highlights the intensity and emotions involved in the high-stakes game.
This is the third time that Chivas have reached the Liguilla with Fernando Hierro as manager, the first two under technical director Veljko Paunovic and now with Argentine coach Fernando Gago.
The match ended with a 1-0 victory for Chivas with a goal from Víctor Guzmán in the final minutes. Chivas now has the ticket to the Semifinals in its hands, since a victory or draw is enough to advance next Saturday at the Nemesio Díez Stadium in Toluca.
Overall, the confrontation between Fernando Hierro and the referees shows the passion and intensity of Mexican football and the importance of fair officiating in these crucial matches.