Gerardo Espinoza questions penalty decision in Tigres defeat
Puebla head coach Gerardo Espinoza expressed his frustration with the officiating after his team's narrow loss to Tigres, specifically targeting a VAR-reviewed penalty.
Following a defeat at the Estadio Universitario, Puebla head coach Gerardo Espinoza expressed clear frustration with the officiating. A decisive moment in the match against Tigres was a penalty awarded for a handball, which was confirmed following a VAR review.
Espinoza criticized the decision, noting that his team has been involved in several similar controversial situations throughout the tournament.
It leaves us all uneasy and annoyed, because these situations have happened to us every matchday. It is not an isolated issue; in fact, there are always little fouls that keep pushing you into your own box. I said that there was no need to call a penalty. Well, today they called a penalty against us that does not leave us comfortable. Gerardo Espinoza
Despite the result, Espinoza praised his players' work ethic and commitment. He emphasized that the high standards within the squad are maintained regardless of the outcomes on the pitch.
Finally, the coach acknowledged the atmosphere at the Tigres stadium, describing the venue as a fantastic environment that represents the best of Mexican football culture.