Chicharito Hernández in the spotlight for promoting 'sexist ideas' | OneFootball

The Mexican footballer Javier “Chicharito” Hernández has once again found himself embroiled in controversy, as he reappeared on social media and made statements about “masculinity” that caused a stir.

Through his personal TikTok account, the Chivas de Guadalajara striker set aside his much-criticized comments about the role of women in society. This time, his focus shifted towards men and their masculinity.

“So, masculinity makes people uncomfortable because an upright man does not bend to manipulation. Interesting,” said Chicharito, sitting inside his car.

However, amid the controversy, he received support from Juan José Frangie, the municipal president of Zapopan, who clarified that Hernández remains an important part of Guadalajara’s image for 2026, considering that the footballer is one of the most important FIFA ambassadors in Mexico.

In addition, the official added: “He is a FIFA ambassador, not an ambassador of Jalisco. Chicharito has always been the image of FIFA. I have no news, no official statement that he has been removed.”

The President of Mexico stated that ‘Chicharito’ Hernández promotes “machista ideas”

“It’s a very machista idea, honestly. Let’s call it what it is,” said Sheinbaum, who later clarified: “It’s not to argue with ‘Chicharito’, because he is a great footballer and has represented Mexico at different times, but it is important that all the men in our country recognize women as people.”

She then indicated that the footballer “still has a lot to learn” about the role of women in society. “Women can be whatever we want to be. And it’s a relationship of equality,” concluded the head of state.

The president’s stance adds to the statements of several Chivas Femenil players: Blanca Félix, Joselyn de la Rosa, Daniela Delgado, and Jaquelín Rodríguez shared a video of a woman who condemned Hernández’s remarks.

The controversial statements of “Chicharito” Hernández

The footballer shared several videos on his social media in which he highlights his anti-feminist stance and emphasizes his preference for the “traditional role” that women used to play in the home.

“So, you want a man to provide, but for you, cleaning is patriarchal oppression? Interesting. The home is not patriarchy, it’s your temple,” the player says in one of the clips he posted on his Instagram account.

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