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'He should retire now' - Mexican media criticize Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández for poor form and off-field issues

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Atletico de San Luis

<p>The recent controversy surrounding Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández's sexist remarks has amplified the criticism he’s faced in recent months since returning to his boyhood club, Chivas, after a successful run in Europe and MLS. His second stint has been widely disappointing: just three goals in 34 matches, with little playing time under the various coaches who’ve managed the now 37-year-old striker.</p><p>Despite being Mexico’s all-time leading scorer and one of the most accomplished Mexican players to have played in Europe, Hernández has continued to benefit from a level of respect. But with his poor performances and now his off-field controversy - which led to <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/chivas-striker-javier-chicharito-hernandez-fined-given-warning-as-mexican-football-federation-launches-investigation-into-sexist-comments/blt2e088bc557860666" target="_blank">fines from Chivas and the Mexican Football Federation </a>- critics are urging him to step aside.</p><p>Among those critics is seven-time Liga MX champion Ricardo ‘Tuca’ Ferretti, now an analyst at ESPN, who had a blunt message: "He should retire now - he should leave football, not let football leave him.”</p><p>“I thought this season would go well for him because he had time for a proper preseason,” Ferretti added. “But he had surgery early on, then another issue, and then he pulled something during warm-up. It’s all taking a toll.”</p><p>Ferretti says Chivas should not renew his deal after the Apertura 2025 and urged Hernández to protect his legacy: "Because of all the injuries and his current situation, he should really consider retiring. We remember him as a great player in Europe - Real Madrid, Manchester United, Leverkusen, the national team. Let’s not ruin that image."</p><p>On FOX Sports, former striker Carlos Hermosillo said Hernández no longer fits into Gabriel Milito’s system and drew a parallel with his own retirement: "I left when I felt I couldn’t perform anymore - I didn’t want to sit on the bench."</p><p>Eduardo de la Torre recalled that he considered retirement at 31 due to physical issues and urged Chicharito to do the same: "It’s time to give others a chance."</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>According to FOX Sports Mexico, Chivas does not plan to offer Hernández a new deal when his contract ends this season. Chicharito is currently dealing with a calf issue from his last appearance and is questionable for this weekend’s match, depending on whether he joins full training.</p><p>It’s worth noting that Hernández arrived at Chivas with a torn ACL from his time in MLS, delaying his debut in Liga MX. Since then, he’s suffered an ankle injury, multiple muscle strains, a knee sprain, and other knocks that have affected his performance.</p><p>In 2025, he’s dealt with a fresh ankle issue, a facial injury, recurring calf problems, and more muscle-related setbacks. The result? Just three goals in 34 games.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>At Chivas, the all-time leading scorer for the Mexican national team earns an annual salary of $2.5 million.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>The Red and Whites will host Atlético de San Luis Saturday in Matchday 3.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR CHIVAS?

'He should retire now' - Mexican media criticize Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández for poor form and off-field issues | Goal.com

The veteran striker has scored just three goals in 34 appearances since returning to Chivas

&apos;He should retire now&apos; - Mexican media criticize Javier &apos;Chicharito&apos; Hernández for poor form and off-field issues

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