Prestianni Law is already applied in Liga MX: Aguirre is expelled

Tigres suffers its first expulsion from the tournament due to the Prestianni Law after an altercation.

Publicado 5 hours ago el 17 de julio a las 18:35 | 1 min reading |112 vistas | por Miguel Torres

Return of the MX League with controversy

At the start of Apertura 2026, Tigres already set a record: the first expulsion for applying the Prestianni Law. Rodrigo Aguirre was sent to the showers for intentionally covering his mouth during an altercation with rivals in the match against Xolos at the Caliente stadium.

The game, played on Thursday night, had a tense moment near the end of the first half. An argument arose between players from both teams, but it did not escalate. However, when everything seemed calm, “Búfalo” Aguirre covered his mouth to say something to Alejandro Gómez. Referee Iván Tona observed the action and reported to the center back, who after consulting the VAR decided to send off the forward.

Liga MX confirmed on social networks:

“After a VAR review, the central referee sends off Rodrigo Aguirre for intentionally covering his mouth while arguing with an opponent.”

This sanction is based on the Prestianni Law, which seeks to avoid insults or provocations by hiding the mouth. Thus, Tigres becomes the first club to suffer this measure on the opening day.

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Mexico wins silver in the Mexico Diving Cup

Mexico wins silver in the Mexico Diving Cup for mixed teams.

Publicado 58 minutes ago el 17 de julio a las 22:42 | 1 min reading

Silver for Mexico in mixed teams

The Guadalajara fans did not stop cheering at the Metropolitan Aquatic Center. Mexico responded with a silver medal in the mixed team event of the Mexico Diving Cup.

The national quartet, made up of Aranza Vázquez, Juan Celaya, Alejandra Estudillo and Randal Willars, showed consistency from start to finish. The technical quality and difficulty of their routines kept them in the fight for first place until the last jumps.

The final score was 420.10, enough to secure second place. China took gold with 451.10, and Germany took bronze with 356.15.

The atmosphere in the stands was key. Each execution of the Mexican team was celebrated with tricolor flags. The four divers celebrated together their first medal in the competition.

This result strengthens the team’s confidence ahead of the Central American and Caribbean Games and other international competitions.

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Rain and smoke put the World Cup final in suspense

Adverse weather in New Jersey and smoke from Canadian fires threaten the definition of the tournament.

Publicado 2 hours ago el 17 de julio a las 21:30 | 1 min reading

Concern about the climate

The northern United States faces adverse weather conditions. Added to this is the smoke from the forest fires in Canada. The scenario is worrying for the World Cup final, which will be played on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Argentina, defending champions, will face Spain.

How does this affect the game? White House officials, including Andrew Giulani, executive director of the World Cup Task Force, hold informal meetings. They evaluate the situation and the steps to follow.

Forecasters expect weekend rains to help improve conditions. The forecast indicates that the weather could stabilize before Luis de la Fuente’s “Furia” and Lionel Scaloni’s “Albiceleste” take the field to define the champion.

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Solari and Mora debut in Apertura 2026 with Pumas and Pachuca

Pumas receives Pachuca on matchday 1 with Solari facing Mora. Duel of new projects.

Publicado 2 hours ago el 17 de julio a las 21:06 | 1 min reading

Starting duel in Ciudad Universitaria

The UNAM Pumas and the Pachuca Tuzos open the 2026 Apertura Tournament with new helmsmen. Esteban Solari, who led Pachuca to runners-up, now directs the university students. In front, Benjamín Mora takes the reins of the Tuzos.

The match will be played this Saturday the 18th at 5:00 p.m. at the Olympic Stadium in Ciudad Universitaria. The transmission is carried out by TUDN, Vix and Channel 5.

Solari knows several Pachuca players well, which could give him a tactical advantage. Pumas seeks to leave behind the defeat in the final of the previous tournament and regain prominence in the Liguilla.

Pachuca, for its part, trusts in the youth team and Mora’s experience to build a winning cycle. The Mexican coach has had previous steps in local soccer without conclusive results, but the club usually gives continuity to its coaches.

Both teams arrive with renewed squads and with the uncertainty inherent to the start. A close match is expected, although the competitive pace is still being refined.