This Saturday, in a gripping encounter for Matchday 11 of the Clausura, FC Juárez and CF Monterrey ended in a dramatic 2-2 stalemate at the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez.
CF Monterrey started strong, taking a commanding lead with two goals from Uros Durdevic right at the beginning (0’) and Jesús Corona at the 53’ mark. However, FC Juárez responded fiercely, cutting the deficit with Jairo Torres’ powerful header just three minutes into the second half (48’). Estupiñán’s equalizer came from the penalty spot in the 90th minute, displaying his poise under pressure.
In a tense conclusion, Moisés Mosquera nearly clinched the win for Juárez, but his effort hit the post at 100 minutes into the game.
FC Juárez showed their attacking prowess, recording a total of 23 shots throughout the match, with 6 on target, 1 hitting the woodwork, and 14 off-target, highlighting their determination to secure a victory.
Óscar Estupiñán was undoubtedly the standout performer, scoring a pivotal goal and taking 4 shots at the goal. On the other end, Luis Cárdenas of CF Monterrey excelled as a goalkeeper, saving 5 crucial attempts.
Pedro Caixinha’s tactics for FC Juárez included a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Sebastián Jurado as goalkeeper; a backline of Javier Aquino, José García, Moisés Mosquera, and Manuel Mayorga; a midfield of Denzell García, Monchu, Jairo Torres, Rodolfo Pizarro, and José Rodríguez; and Luca Martínez Dupuy leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Nicolás Sánchez deployed his team in a 4-5-1 layout, with Luis Cárdenas in goal; Ricardo Chávez, Víctor Guzmán, Carlos Salcedo, and Gerardo Arteaga in defense; Jorge Rodríguez, Iker Fimbres, Luca Orellano, Jesús Corona, and Lucas Ocampos in midfield; and Uros Durdevic upfront.
Marco Ortiz Nava officiated the match and maintained control throughout.
Looking ahead, FC Juárez is set to host Tigres next, while CF Monterrey will face Chivas. Following this draw, FC Juárez now sits at 11 points and occupies the 11th spot in the standings, whereas Monterrey remains at 14 points, ranking 8th in the tournament.
Substitutions for FC Juárez
66’ 2H – Rodolfo Pizarro out for Óscar Estupiñán
78’ 2H – Jairo Torres for Guilherme Castilho, José García for Jesús Murillo, and Luca Martínez Dupuy for Ettson Ayón
82’ 2H – Javier Aquino for Raymundo Fulgencio
Yellow Card in FC Juárez:
13’ 1H – José García
Substitutions for CF Monterrey
21’ 1H – Lucas Ocampos out for Cristian Reyes and Iker Fimbres out for Allen Rojas
62’ 2H – Jesús Corona out for Alonso Aceves and Allen Rojas out for César Bustos
86’ 2H – Luca Orellano out for Luis Reyes
Yellow Cards in CF Monterrey:
25’ 1H – Víctor Guzmán and 1’ 2H – Ricardo Chávez
Red Card in CF Monterrey:
11’ 2H – Víctor Guzmán (Second yellow card)