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MANCHESTER UNITED legend Javier Hernandez missed a pivotal penalty for his childhood club Guadalajara, casting uncertainty over his future.
The 37-year-old was given the responsibility of taking a late penalty in the crucial Liga MX second-leg quarter-final against Cruz Azul, with the score tied at 2-2 in the 86th minute.
Manchester United legend Javier Hernandez missed a crucial penalty for Guadalajara
Hernandez’s future is now uncertain with his Guadalajara contract expiring on December 31
Unfortunately, the striker sent his shot soaring over the crossbar, squandering a significant chance for his team to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
Guadalajara ultimately lost 3-2 to Cruz Azul after Carlos Rodriguez scored a last-minute winner in the seventh minute of stoppage time, bringing an end to the visitors’ season.
Chicharito's contract is set to expire on December 31, and there is currently no indication of what his next steps will be.
At this time, it remains unclear whether the former international will continue his playing career or choose to retire.
This situation suggests that his last moment on the field may have been the penalty miss for his hometown club.
Hernandez joined Guadalajara in 1997 at the age of nine and made his senior debut in 2006, spending four years at the club before moving on.
During his time with Manchester United, he scored a total of 59 goals and provided 16 assists in 157 appearances.
The Mexican star was loaned to in 2014, where he recorded nine goals and nine assists in 33 appearances.
Chicharito departed from the Red Devils in 2015, shortly after his loan period at Real.
He then went on to play for clubs such as Bayer Leverkusen, Sevilla, and LA Galaxy.
He returned to Guadalajara in 2024 and has since accumulated 33 goals and 10 assists in 119 appearances across both of his stints with the club.
FAQ
What happened during the match against Cruz Azul?
Javier Hernandez missed a crucial penalty in the final minutes of the match, leading to Guadalajara's 3-2 loss to Cruz Azul.
What is the status of Javier Hernandez's contract?
Hernandez's contract with Guadalajara is set to expire on December 31, and there are no updates regarding his future plans.
What has been Hernandez's performance throughout his career?
Hernandez has had a successful career, scoring 59 goals and providing 16 assists in 157 appearances for Manchester United and accumulating 33 goals and 10 assists in his time with Guadalajara.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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