Gignac paid teammates for assists, reveals ex-Tigres player Damm

Former Tigres UANL player Jürgen Damm has shared a surprising anecdote about the club's legendary striker, André-Pierre Gignac. Damm revealed that the French forward used to offer his teammates money in exchange for assists, showcasing Gignac's intense competitive spirit and unwavering focus on scoring goals.

Damm recounted that Gignac would offer 15,000 Mexican pesos (approximately $830 USD) for each successful pass that led to a goal. "Every time you give me an assist, I'll give you 15,000 pesos, separately," Damm recalled Gignac saying.

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Every time you give me an assist, I'll give you 15,000 pesos, separately.

This peculiar incentive system underscores Gignac's mentality during his highly successful tenure with Tigres, where he became the club's all-time leading scorer and a symbol of their most glorious era. Damm explained that knowing Gignac's positioning in the penalty area, particularly near the six-yard box, made it easier for wingers like himself to anticipate where to deliver crosses.

While Damm acknowledged that not all passes would result in a goal, he emphasized that Gignac's presence and the potential reward motivated players to actively seek opportunities to assist him. The story provides a unique glimpse into the dynamics of a championship-winning team and the personality of one of Mexican football's most iconic foreign players.

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I know the 'fat guy' would be between the penalty spot and the near post. My strength is like Antuna's, getting to the byline and crossing. Since I knew Gignac would be there, I would send them in. Out of 10, 4 or 5 will go wrong.