Arturo Vidal Defends teammate Correa, Denies Obscene Gesture Aimed at Rival Club

Colo Colo midfielder Arturo Vidal has publicly defended his teammate Javier Correa, addressing accusations that the Argentine striker made an obscene gesture towards rival club Universidad de Chile following their recent Superclásico match. The 'Cacique' secured a 2-1 victory over Universidad de Chile at the Estadio Nacional.

Vidal asserted that the gesture was not intended for the rival team, implicitly suggesting that Correa's actions have been misinterpreted or exaggerated. He criticized those who have accused Correa, stating, "They don't know how to snitch so much," implying a level of unwarranted scrutiny and gossip surrounding the incident.

Despite Vidal's defense, Correa has been summoned by the ANFP Disciplinary Tribunal. The incident occurred shortly after the intense Superclásico match, a highly anticipated fixture in Chilean football, where emotions often run high.

The controversy highlights the intense rivalry between Colo Colo and Universidad de Chile and the scrutiny faced by players during these high-stakes encounters. The tribunal's decision will determine any potential sanctions against Correa.

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They don't know how to snitch so much.