Carlos 'Gullit' Peña Filmed Intoxicated After Local Soccer Match
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Former Mexican footballer Carlos "Gullit" Peña was filmed appearing intoxicated after a local soccer match.
- Videos circulating on social media show Peña interacting with fans while seemingly under the influence.
- The incident has divided public opinion, with some criticizing the filming and others expressing concern for the former player's well-being.
Former Mexican international Carlos "Gullit" Peña has once again been captured on video appearing to be in an intoxicated state. The footage, which has gone viral, reportedly shows the ex-footballer consuming alcohol after participating in a "talacha" match, a form of local, pay-to-play soccer.
The videos circulating on social media have sparked a divided reaction among the public. While some viewers are calling for an end to the filming and publicizing of Peña's personal struggles, others have voiced deep concern over the well-being of the former Liga MX champion with León. In one clip, Peña is seen interacting with fans outside his car, stating, "I don't want alcohol anymore," before jokingly dismissing his condition as "puro pedo" (just a joke).
I don't want alcohol anymore.
Peña has a well-documented history of alcohol-related issues, even during his professional career. One notable incident occurred in 2018 while he was playing for Cruz Azul, when he was photographed buying beers shortly after a training session. This led to criticism and his exclusion from the team by then-coach Pedro Caixinha. Since retiring from professional play, Peña has been seen on multiple occasions exhibiting signs of intoxication, including being found asleep at the wheel.
It's just a joke.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.