Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernández’s return to Chivas continues to make headlines, not only for his goals but also for his latest controversial celebration. During the match against Atlético San Luis, the Mexican striker scored Chivas’ only goal in a 3-1 defeat, but his gesture—telling the crowd to be quiet—stirred reactions across social media and led to mockery from opposing fans.
A Goal That Meant Little for Chivas
El gol de Chicharito
— Aficiona2Chivas (@Aficiona2Chivas) February 27, 2025
Al parecer el gol de la honra.
San Luis 3 – 1 #Rebaño pic.twitter.com/qlmiHtICJ4
Chicharito entered the match in the 68th minute, replacing Alan Pulido, with Chivas already trailing 3-0. Shortly after, he managed to find the net, giving his team a glimmer of hope, but it was not enough to change the outcome of the match.
However, the goal itself was overshadowed by his reaction. After scoring, Hernández made a silencing gesture toward the stands, which immediately sparked a wave of comments online.
Fan Mockery and Social Media Buzz
Impresionantes imágenes de Chicharito Hernández mandando a callar a la afición con su gol.
— vlas (@vlasdelcrema) February 27, 2025
(Pierde el partido) pic.twitter.com/NkACndCuE3
Many interpreted Chicharito’s gesture as a response to the criticism he has faced since his return to Chivas, particularly regarding his injuries and inconsistent performances. However, celebrating in such a manner while his team was losing by a large margin became a source of ridicule among San Luis supporters and other Liga MX fans.
On social media, many questioned his attitude, pointing out that a goal in a lost game was not a justifiable reason for such a celebration.
Chicharito’s Stats Since Returning to Chivas
Since rejoining Chivas, Javier Hernández has scored three goals:
- Against Puebla (April 6, 2024)
- Against Cibao (January 12, 2025, in the Concachampions)
- Against San Luis (February 27, 2025, in Liga MX)
Additionally, he has registered one assist, though his overall participation has been limited due to ongoing physical issues affecting his performance.
A Difficult Moment for Chivas
The defeat against San Luis is a tough setback for Chivas, as they continue to drop crucial points in Liga MX. The result pushes them further away from the top spots and increases pressure on the coaching staff and players.
For Chicharito, the focus must now be on regaining his best form and responding with performances on the pitch rather than controversial gestures that could further fuel criticism.
Was Chicharito’s Gesture Justified?
Debate will continue over his celebration, but in football, results speak louder than anything else. If Chivas wants to compete seriously in this tournament, they will need significant improvement in their performances. As for Chicharito, scoring more goals and avoiding unnecessary controversy may be the best way to silence his critics.
