Chicharito clarifies controversy, reaffirms love for Guadalajara Chivas

Guadalajara Chivas returns to headlines after the controversy surrounding Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, who clarified that his remarks about returning without desire were taken out of context and confirmed his love for the club. The striker, Mexico's all‑time top scorer, posted a YouTube video to tell his full story.

What sparked the controversy?

During his presentation with Atlético Dallas, Hernández said he had considered retirement before rejoining Chivas, stating that a sabbatical year gave him the desire to play again. That phrase, “without desire to play,” sparked criticism as it seemed to reject the club. He later explained that his comments targeted internal management, not the team or its fans.

How does he defend his bond with Chivas?

“I love Chivas. My personal opinions have never been against the best fans, the players or the club I adore,” Hernández said. He also recalled his family link: his grandfather Tomás Balcázar won a championship with the Rebaño and represented Mexico. The former forward emphasized that any criticism has always been aimed at the administration, not the sporting project.

Current club statistics

In Liga MX, Guadalajara Chivas sits 11th with 3 points after a 1‑0‑1 start (WL). The team has scored 1 goal and conceded 2, a -1 goal difference. They are 3 points behind leaders Club Tijuana. Their last result was a 0‑2 loss to Toluca on July 19, 2026, and in the last five matches they have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats (LLDWW), losing the most recent two games. The next challenge is an away match against CF Pachuca on August 29, 2026, where the club aims to pick up points.

What’s next for Chicharito and Chivas?

The ex‑star announced he will release an explanatory video on his YouTube channel, detailing his second stint (41 matches, 4 goals and 1 assist) and his critiques of the management. Fan reaction will be key to gauge the impact of his words and possible reconciliation with the board. Meanwhile, the club focuses on improving its league performance and the upcoming visit to Pachuca.