This Saturday, Chivas faced off against FC Juárez in a thrilling encounter as part of the Liga MX matchday 5, ending with a scoreline of 2-1. The first goal was netted by Óscar Estupiñán at the 41st minute from a penalty kick, giving Juárez a 1-0 lead. The decisive goal came from Jairo Torres just ten minutes into the second half, following a beautiful team play. Chivas pulled one back through Santiago Sandoval in the 83rd minute with a well-taken shot.
Santiago Sandoval stood out as the match’s key player, contributing one goal and attempting three shots on target.
Jairo Torres was also crucial for FC Juárez, scoring one of the goals that secured the much-needed victory.
Chivas head coach Gabriel Milito opted for a 5-2-3 formation, featuring Raúl Rangel in goal, with Alan Mozo, Daniel Aguirre, Luis Romo, José Castillo, and Bryan González forming the defensive line. The midfield consisted of Diego Campillo and Erick Gutiérrez, while Roberto Alvarado, Armando González, and Richard Ledezma led the attack.
On the other side, FC Juárez, managed by Martín Varini, deployed a 4-4-2 setup with Sebastián Jurado in goal; Denzell García, Moisés Mosquera, José García, and Manuel Mayorga in defense; José Rodríguez, Homer Martínez, Rodolfo Pizarro, and Ricardinho in midfield; and the striking pair of Madson and Óscar Estupiñán.
Referee Marco Ortiz Nava officiated the match, ensuring a fair encounter.
Looking ahead to the next fixtures, Chivas will host Tigres, while FC Juárez will play at home against Santos Laguna at the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez.
As a result of this match, Chivas remains with 5 points, positioned 13th in the standings, while FC Juárez collects 3 points, now sitting 16th.
Substitutions for Chivas
60’ 2T – Erick Gutiérrez off for Santiago Sandoval, Alan Mozo off for Alan Pulido, Roberto Alvarado off for Efraín Álvarez.
65’ 2T – Daniel Aguirre off for Cade Cowell.
71’ 2T – Richard Ledezma off for Hugo Camberos.
Yellow cards for Chivas:
1’ 2T – Alan Mozo, 34’ 2T – Hugo Camberos.
Substitutions for FC Juárez
45’ 2T – Ricardinho off for Jairo Torres.
62’ 2T – Óscar Estupiñán off for Ángel Zaldívar, Madson off for Leonardo Rodríguez.
76’ 2T – José García off for Diego Ochoa.
85’ 2T – Rodolfo Pizarro off for Raymundo Fulgencio.
Yellow cards for FC Juárez:
32’ 1T – Homer Martínez, 45’ 1T – Rodolfo Pizarro, 30’ 2T – Leonardo Rodríguez.