Alvarez had just lost on points to Crawford in what many called a tactical masterclass. As he sat on a white sofa draped with the Mexican flag, Vergara, known for her roles in "Modern Family" and as a judge on "America's Got Talent," approached for a friendly hello.
The 35-year-old boxer stood up to hug the 53-year-old actress. That's when things got a bit uncomfortable. Alvarez's wife, Fernanda Gomez, was watching closely and didn't seem too pleased with the embrace.
Alvarez looked nervous, his body language tentative as he hugged Vergara. Gomez quickly stepped in, positioning herself between her husband and the actress for a photo. The boxer ended up with one arm around a child and the other around his wife, with Vergara on the far side.
"Canelo wife was NOT PLAYING," one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
"Lmaoo his wife made sure to stand between them," another commented.
A third observer noted, "Canelo eyes stayed straight. His wife had tunnel vision on him."
Netflix shared a clip of the interaction, but it cut off right after the embrace, leaving viewers curious about what happened next.
Alvarez and Gomez have been together since 2016 and got married in 2021. They have two children together, Maria Fernanda and Eve Victoria. Alvarez also has three other children from previous relationships.
This unscripted backstage exchange has gotten more attention than the actual boxing match. It's put a spotlight on Alvarez's high-profile family life and shown how attentive Gomez is during public appearances.
The incident serves as a reminder that even world-famous boxers can find themselves in awkward social situations. It's also shown how quickly a simple greeting can turn into a viral moment in today's social media-driven world.