The match, part of the Liga MX knockout stage, saw CF Monterrey face off against Club América at the Azulgrana Stadium, ending with a 2-1 defeat for the visitors. Club América showcased their dominance by establishing a 2-0 lead, with goals coming from Alejandro Zendejas in the 29th minute and José Zúñiga in the 58th minute of the match.
CF Monterrey managed to reduce the gap in the second half when Germán Berterame found the net with a header just two minutes after Zúñiga’s goal, in the 47th minute. Despite their attempts to level the score, including a shot from Rodrigo Aguirre that hit the post just before halftime, the Rayados could not capitalize on their chances.
Alejandro Zendejas was the standout player of the match, credited with a goal and significant contributions to America’s performance. Jonathan dos Santos also played a crucial role, registering two shots on target throughout the match.
Club América’s head coach, André Jardine, deployed a 4-4-2 formation featuring Luis Malagón in goal, supported by Kevin Álvarez, Israel Reyes, Sebastián Cáceres, and Cristian Borja in defense. The midfield included Jonathan dos Santos, Alejandro Zendejas, Érick Sánchez, and Álvaro Fidalgo, with Rodrigo Aguirre and José Zúñiga leading the attack.
In contrast, coach Domènec Torrent’s CF Monterrey lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Luis Cárdenas in goal and a defensive line made up of Erick Aguirre, Stefan Medina, Sergio Ramos, and Gerardo Arteaga. The midfield consisted of Sergio Canales, Oliver Torres, Jorge Rodríguez, Fidel Ambriz, and Jesús Corona, while Germán Berterame spearheaded the attack.
The contest was officiated by referee César Ramos Palazuelos. Despite the loss, CF Monterrey advanced to the semifinals, thanks to their aggregate score from the first leg.
Substitutions for Club América
74’ 2H – Rodrigo Aguirre was substituted for Ramón Juárez
85’ 2H – José Zúñiga was replaced by Henry Martín and Álvaro Fidalgo by Allan Saint-Maximin
Cautions for Club América:
8’ 2H – Israel Reyes, 14’ 2H – José Zúñiga (removed shirt), 15’ 2H – André Jardine, 16’ 2H – Isaías Violante
Substitutions for CF Monterrey
64’ 2H – Fidel Ambriz was substituted for Iker Fimbres and Jesús Corona for Roberto De La Rosa
72’ 2H – Oliver Torres was replaced by Anthony Martial and Erick Aguirre by Ricardo Chávez
81’ 2H – Gerardo Arteaga went off for Luis Reyes
Cautions for CF Monterrey:
16’ 2H – Sergio Ramos, 33’ 2H – Jorge Rodríguez, 33’ 2H – Stefan Medina, 42’ 2H – Luis Reyes
Red Card for CF Monterrey:
38’ 2H – Jorge Rodríguez (second yellow card leading to a red card)