The Tuzos achieved a stunning victory at Estadio Hidalgo, defeating the Rayados 3-0 in their opening match of the Liga MX season. The scoring began just five minutes into the second half when Jhonder Cádiz found the net, taking control of the play to break the deadlock. Shortly after, in the 54th minute, Alexei Domínguez scored another goal, this time with a powerful shot from the semicircle after receiving an assist from Cádiz. The match was sealed by Elías Montiel, who completed the rout with a strike in the 66th minute.
One of the standout moments was Domínguez’s goal in the 54th minute, as he unleashed a spectacular shot that found the bottom right corner of the net.
CF Monterrey’s Jesús Corona had a near-miss in the first half, hitting the post at the 25-minute mark, much to the disappointment of his team’s supporters.
Jhonder Cádiz was undoubtedly the star of the match, contributing not only with a goal but also making two attempts on goal against CF Monterrey.
Alexei Domínguez also played a crucial role for Pachuca, netting one goal and registering three shots on target.
Pachuca’s coach, Jaime Lozano, set up a 4-5-1 formation featuring Carlos Moreno in goal; Luis Rodríguez, Sergio Barreto, Eduardo Bauermann, and Alonso Aceves in defense; and Pedro Pedraza, Elías Montiel, Luis Quiñones, Alan Bautista, and Alexei Domínguez in midfield, with Jhonder Cádiz leading the attack.
On the other hand, Monterrey’s manager, Domènec Torrent, opted for a 4-4-2 strategy with Santiago Mele as the goalkeeper; a defensive line consisting of Erick Aguirre, Stefan Medina, Sergio Ramos, and Gerardo Arteaga; Oliver Torres, Jorge Rodríguez, Iker Fimbres, and Jesús Corona in the middle; and forwards Germán Berterame and Alfonso Alvarado.
The match was officiated by referee Víctor Cáceres Hernández.
Pachuca is set to visit Pumas UNAM next, while Monterrey will travel to face Atlético de San Luis at Estadio Alfonso Lastras Ramírez.
Following this match, the Tuzos currently lead the standings with three points, whereas the Rayados find themselves at the bottom, with no points after their first match.
Substitutions for Pachuca
62’ 2T – Luis Quiñones was replaced by Víctor Guzmán
71’ 2T – Alexei Domínguez was substituted for Brian García and Jorge Rodríguez for Alfonso González
80’ 2T – Jhonder Cádiz left the field for Illian Hernández and Pedro Pedraza for Eduardo López
Yellow cards for Pachuca:
12’ 1T Eduardo Bauermann, 44’ 1T Sergio Barreto, and 26’ 2T Pedro Pedraza
Substitutions for CF Monterrey
45’ 2T – Alfonso Alvarado was replaced by Fidel Ambriz
57’ 2T – Iker Fimbres was substituted for Roberto De La Rosa
Yellow cards for CF Monterrey:
22’ 1T Jesús Corona and 24’ 2T Sergio Ramos