In a tense encounter at the Estadio La Corregidora, Chivas suffered a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Querétaro, marking a disappointing outing for the visitors. The game’s sole goal was netted by Ali Ávila just one minute into the first half, setting the tone for the remainder of the match.
After executing a remarkable individual play on the left flank, Ávila fired a shot that found its way past the Chivas goalkeeper, clinching the victory for Querétaro.
Despite having the upper hand in terms of attempts, with Chivas registering 21 shots, their efforts were thwarted as 11 of those efforts were on target and 10 missed the mark. It was not enough to secure any points, leaving the home crowd to celebrate.
Ávila emerged as the standout player for Querétaro, displaying his talent by scoring the decisive goal. Additionally, Diego Reyes contributed significantly from the back line, making four crucial clearances to maintain his team’s advantage.
Coach Benjamín Mora deployed a 4-5-1 formation, with Guillermo Allison guarding the net; Jaime Gómez, Diego Reyes, Santiago Homenchenko, and Francisco Venegas making up the defense; and Ángel Zapata, Eduardo Armenta, Lucas Rodríguez, Rodrigo Bogarín, and Jonathan Perlaza in midfield, supporting Ávila upfront.
In contrast, Chivas, managed by Gabriel Milito, opted for a 5-4-1 setup. Raúl Rangel started in goal, with a defensive line composed of Richard Ledezma, Diego Campillo, Luis Romo, José Castillo, and Bryan González. Meanwhile, Santiago Sandoval, Omar Govea, Fernando González, and Efraín Álvarez roamed the midfield, while Armando González led the attack.
The match, overseen by referee Maximiliano Quintero Hernández, highlighted the struggle of Chivas as they look to turn their fortunes around in the upcoming weeks.
In their next match, Querétaro will travel to face Santos Laguna, while Chivas will return home to battle Atlas in what promises to be a thrilling clásico Tapatío, intense with traditional rivalry.
This result leaves Querétaro with 14 points, sitting in twelfth place in the standings, while Chivas remain on 20 points, positioned eighth overall in the league.
Substitutions for Querétaro
45’ 2T – Ali Ávila off for Jhojan Julio, Armando González off for Teun Wilke, and Omar Govea off for Roberto Alvarado
68’ 2T – Lucas Rodríguez off for Mateo Coronel, and Jaime Gómez off for Omar Mendoza
77’ 2T – Jonathan Perlaza off for Carlos Villanueva
Yellow Cards for Querétaro:
26’ 2T – Ángel Zapata (Unsporting behavior) and 35’ 2T – Guillermo Allison (Delaying the game)
Substitutions for Chivas
57’ 2T – Efraín Álvarez off for Hugo Camberos
58’ 2T – José Castillo off for Erick Gutiérrez
62’ 2T – Bryan González off for Cade Cowell
Yellow Cards for Chivas:
43’ 1T – Richard Ledezma (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Chivas:
51’ 2T – Richard Ledezma (Red for second yellow)