Javier Aguirre steps in after Paunovic‑Gallardo clash, demands apology
Following Mexico's 5‑1 victory over Serbia, coach Javier Aguirre intervened in a minor scuffle between Jesús Gallardo and Serbia coach Veljko Paunovic, ordering Gallardo to apologise. Gallardo promptly apologized after the incident, aiming to maintain squad harmony.
Aguirre stressed the importance of discipline and warned against future altercations. The intervention reflects Mexico’s effort to preserve team spirit ahead of the World Cup.
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