Football Federation Honduras (FFH) categorically rejected the words, obscene gestures and provocative statements on the part of the coach of the Mexican national team, Javier Aguirreduring the match first match of the quarterfinals Concacaf Nations League.
According to the FH statement, the Mexican strategist insulted and provoked Honduran fans from the start of the match, which ended in a 1-0 victory for Honduras over Mexico.
At the end of the match, Javier Aguirre came onto the playing field and an object thrown from the stands fell on the head of the Mexican technical director, causing him scandalous bleeding it ran across his face.
Regarding this aggression, FHF expressed regret and strongly condemned the “individual actions of a small group of fans” that do not reflect the respectful behavior of our fans as a whole. These incidents, while completely reprehensible, do not define the behavior of the majority of stadium visitors.“We therefore condemn the events against the Mexico coach at the end of the game.”
However, he stressed that “Vasco” Aguirre’s compartments “are completely unacceptable in football because constitute a clear provocation and incitement to violence and disrespect for fans watching the game in the stadium or on television.”
“We therefore respectfully but firmly urge North, Central American and Caribbean Football Confederation (Concacaf) so in the same way, apply regulations to this type of human action “Because of their status as public figures, they are expected to be examples of education and good behavior.”
Likewise, the FFF reaffirmed its commitment to fair play and the sporting values that must prevail in football.
Earlier this Saturday Mexican Football Federation (FMF) condemned the attack on Javier Aguirre. He said it was “urgent” to take action against the violence that erupted at the General Francisco Morazan stadium.
For my part, Concacaf expressed his “strong condemnation” of the attack Aguirre was injured and said that he had opened an investigation into this fact. He also noted that he took the case to court. Disciplinary Commission for your “review and investigation”.
Source: Aristegui Noticias
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