Watch: US Soccer Player Takes Possibly Worst Dive Ever Caught on Camera After Mexico Player Barely Taps Him
During a soccer match between the U.S. and Mexico, U.S. player Sebastian Berhalter was lightly tapped in the face by Mexican player Mateo Chavez and theatrically fell to the ground.The game, ultimately won by the U.S. team 3-0, involved a notable incident when Chavez fouled Yunus Musah, leading to a heated altercation. Chavez responded to a shove by tapping Berhalter’s face with both hands, resulting in Chavez receiving a red card and being ejected from the game, while Berhalter was issued a yellow card.The incident generated humorous social media reactions, with some joking that it was caused by a fly or mosquito. The clash caused tension,prompting USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino to intervene. The match featured goals from Julian Hall,Cavan Sullivan,and Malik Tillman. Mexico,still seeking its first win after the World Cup,is scheduled to face Chile next,while the US prepares for upcoming matches.
U.S. soccer player Sebastian Berhalter was lightly tapped on the face by Mexican player Mateo Chavez during a match on Saturday and dramatically flopped to the ground.
The United States men’s national soccer team ultimately defeated its rival Mexico, 3-0, but the match wasn’t without its theatrics.
Midway through the second half at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, Chavez fouled Yunus Musah, triggering a spat between him and Berhalter.
After Chavez was shoved, he reached up and tapped Berhalter’s face with both hands in return, the New York Post reported.
Red Card for Mateo Chavez after a double slap to USMNT Sebastian Berhalter https://t.co/zv77hM3Nwd
— World Cup 2026 Live Report (@roger21footy) October 4, 2026
Berhalter, who is the son of former coach Gregg Berhalter, then grabbed his right cheek and seemingly had a delayed reaction, as seconds later he theatrically fell to the ground while the referees approached.
Chavez was given a red card and was forced to leave the game, hobbling any potential for a comeback for Mexico.
Berhalter didn’t come away unscathed, however, and received a yellow card for his actions, a punishment he calmly accepted, according to USA Today.
The spat caused some tension between both teams and, at one point, USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino went onto the field with other staff members to separate players.
Social media users reacted with humorous responses to Chavez’s slap. “Must have been a mosquito!” The Daily Star noted.
Another user wrote, “VAR review saw two flies on Berhalter’s cheeks.”
A Mexico fan failed to see the humor, saying, “What a foolish way to squander the trust the coach gives you. You came off being the best in the last match.”
Saturday’s victory marked America’s third win in a row, as they prepared to face Canada Tuesday.
The three United States goals were scored by Julian Hall, Cavan Sullivan, and Malik Tillman.
Mexico is still looking for its first victory following the World Cup, having come into Saturday’s game after two straight draws.
They are set to play Chile on Tuesday in Los Angeles, California, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
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