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Cruz Azul considers sacking Gutiérrez after América jersey incident

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 3:03 AM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Cruz Azul considers sacking Gutiérrez after América jersey incident
Summary

Cruz Azul Femenil's management is contemplating the dismissal of head coach Raúl "Potro" Gutiérrez following controversy over his appearance in an América jersey during a tribute event. The incident occurred at Estadio Azteca, leading to significant backlash from the club's leaders and fans. Gutiérrez issued an apology, likening his misjudgment to scoring an own goal. Interim coach Guadalupe Worbis is expected to lead the team for the remainder of the 2026 Apertura tournament.

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  • •Gutiérrez was photographed in an América jersey at a tribute event.
  • •His actions caused outrage among Cruz Azul management and fans.
  • •Gutiérrez compared his mistake to scoring an own goal in his apology.
  • •Guadalupe Worbis is expected to become the interim coach.
  • •Cruz Azul is nearing the end of the 2026 Apertura tournament.
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  • 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — 👀Cruz Azul could sack Gutiérrez after posing in an América shirt
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Cruz Azul Femenil's management is considering the imminent dismissal of head coach Raúl "Potro" Gutiérrez after a scandal erupted when he was photographed wearing an América jersey during the tribu...

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