Necaxa goalkeeper sent off after obscene gesture to fans
Necaxa goalkeeper Luis Jiménez received a red card following a late defeat and responded with an offensive gesture toward the home crowd.
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In the eighth round of the Apertura 2026, Necaxa suffered a frustrating 0-1 defeat against Puebla. The deciding goal in stoppage time left the home crowd at Estadio Victoria disappointed, but the most controversial moment occurred after the final whistle.
Goalkeeper Luis Jiménez was shown a straight red card during the stoppage time period. As he walked toward the locker room amidst boos from frustrated supporters, the 22-year-old player reacted by making an obscene gesture toward the stands.
This incident reflects the current tension surrounding Necaxa, which has now gone six consecutive matches without a win. After a promising start to the season, the team's recent form has plummeted, leading to significant dissatisfaction among the fanbase.
Jiménez took over as the starting goalkeeper this season following the departure of Luis Unsain to Talleres de Córdoba. However, his future as the starter is now under scrutiny after this behavioral lapse.
The club is expected to turn to 25-year-old goalkeeper Christopher Andrade for the upcoming match against Atlético de San Luis.