Universidad de Chile defender condemns Colo Colo player's gestures

Matías Zaldivia, a defender for Universidad de Chile, addressed the controversial gestures made by Colo Colo forward Javier Correa towards the student fans following the recent Superclásico. Zaldivia firmly stated that inciting violence is always reprehensible, linking such behavior to an individual's upbringing and sense of responsibility.

"It also comes down to each person's education," Zaldivia remarked during a press conference. "Measuress will have to be taken, and each person is responsible for their actions. Obviously, inciting violence from players is always reprehensible." He further emphasized the importance of respect for the profession and the fans, suggesting that such gestures are unnecessary.

Zaldivia downplayed a personal on-field confrontation with Correa during the match, describing it as typical "folklore" of football, amplified by increased media attention. He acknowledged Colo Colo's victory but stressed that such incidents go beyond the game itself.

In other team news, Zaldivia dismissed rumors of tension between coach Fernando Gago and player Charles Aránguiz following Aránguiz's substitution. He clarified that it was a normal conversation between a coach and player. Zaldivia also welcomed the recent signing of Igor Lichnovsky, noting that the new player's arrival fosters healthy competition and elevates team performance.