ESPN specialist exchanged messages with Gignac about the Frenchman’s comment about Mexican support
André-Pierre Gignac received a reply to the comment he expressed about Tigres’ participation in the Club World Cup and where he accused lack of support among Mexicans. David Faitelson he responded in French to networks with a phrase characteristic of a European country, which defends freedom.
“FREEDOM, equality, fraternity …”, wrote the commentator.
The striker did not remain silent and responded to David Faitelson, arguing that in his first comment on the criticism Tigers received for his involvement, it was the exercise of freedom of expression.
FREEDOM, equality, fraternity …@ 10APG
– David Faitelson (@Faitelson_ESPN) February 13, 2021
The striker sparked controversy by mentioning that “the worst enemy of one Mexican is another Mexican.”
After the commentator’s response, Gignac replied, “Exactly, freedom of speech, I can say whatever I want!”.
Faced with this response, the ESPN commentator added that “Well sure, you live in Mexico … Of course, you live in Mexico …”
Still, Gignac ended the comments with a “Thank you! Good night!”.
In the afternoon André-Pierre defended the role played by the Tigers in the Club World Cup, where they succumbed 1-0 in the final against Bayern Munich, but due to their style of defensive play and with a single shot on goal Manuel Neuer was criticized.
“Mexico’s worst enemy is the Mexican himself! ‘Feeling Mexican makes me sad! Let’s change the chip! We’re all on the same course!’ Let’s grow up together in front of the world! Enjoy race Hands palm against palm! I promise to improve too! ‘Blessings to all!’, Was the message that sparked several reactions.