"You'll be crying later": Johnny Herrera reacts to Javier Correa's taunts after U. de Chile loss
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Former Universidad de Chile goalkeeper Johnny Herrera criticized Javier Correa's taunts after the Superclásico match.
- Herrera condemned Correa's "mockery" towards the U. de Chile fans, referencing a past incident where Correa was penalized.
- He advised Correa to show more balance, warning that such behavior could lead to further sanctions.
Former Universidad de Chile goalkeeper and club idol Johnny Herrera has strongly condemned the celebratory gestures made by Javier Correa following the recent Superclásico victory. Herrera described Correa's actions as a "mockery" directed at the Universidad de Chile supporters, referencing a previous incident where the player faced sanctions for his comments.
"The point is, you mock now, and then you go around crying on screen later," Herrera stated emphatically during his role as a commentator on the program 'Todos Somos Técnicos'. His remarks were a direct response to the four-match ban Correa received for his previous controversial statements.
Herrera urged Correa to exercise greater restraint and balance in his conduct. "You have to have a little more equilibrium, because after these things, you can be punished and it can come back to bite you," he added. The former player emphasized the potential consequences of provocative behavior on the field and towards opposing fans.
The incident highlights the intense rivalry between the two clubs and the passionate reactions that often follow their encounters. Herrera's comments underscore the sentiment among some fans and former players that Correa's actions crossed a line, warranting criticism and a call for more sportsmanlike conduct.
Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.