This Saturday’s clash in the Clausura’s 11th round ended in a thrilling 2-2 tie as FC Juárez faced off against CF Monterrey at the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez.
CF Monterrey started strong, taking a two-goal lead with first-half strikes from Uros Durdevic (0’) and Jesús Corona (53’). However, FC Juárez made a notable comeback. The hosts initiated their rally with a remarkable header from Jairo Torres just after halftime (48’). Estupiñán then secured an equalizer, convincingly converting a penalty kick in the 90th minute.
In a dramatic finish, Moisés Mosquera had a chance to give FC Juárez the lead in the dying moments, but his shot hit the post.
FC Juárez displayed offensive prowess with 23 attempts at goal, although only 6 were on target, while 14 efforts went wide and 1 struck the woodwork.
Óscar Estupiñán was the standout performer of the match, netting a goal and attempting 4 shots on goal.
On the other hand, Luis Cárdenas, the goalkeeper for CF Monterrey, showcased his skills with 5 crucial saves during the match.
Pedro Caixinha, the coach of FC Juárez, deployed a 4-5-1 formation, with Sebastián Jurado in goal, and a defensive line comprising Javier Aquino, José García, Moisés Mosquera, and Manuel Mayorga. The midfield featured Denzell García, Monchu, Jairo Torres, Rodolfo Pizarro, and José Rodríguez, while Luca Martínez Dupuy led the attack.
Meanwhile, Nicolás Sánchez’s side lined up in a 4-5-1 formation as well, with Luis Cárdenas guarding the net and a defense formed by Ricardo Chávez, Víctor Guzmán, Carlos Salcedo, and Gerardo Arteaga. The midfield included Jorge Rodríguez, Iker Fimbres, Luca Orellano, Jesús Corona, and Lucas Ocampos, with Uros Durdevic at the forefront.
Marco Ortiz Nava officiated the closely contested game at the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez.
Looking ahead, FC Juárez will host Tigres for their next match, while CF Monterrey is set to face Chivas at home.
This result leaves FC Juárez with 11 points, positioning them in 11th place, while CF Monterrey remains 8th with 14 points in the standings.
Substitutions for FC Juárez
66’ 2T – Rodolfo Pizarro out, Óscar Estupiñán in.
78’ 2T – Jairo Torres out, Guilherme Castilho in; José García out, Jesús Murillo in; Luca Martínez Dupuy out, Ettson Ayón in.
82’ 2T – Javier Aquino out, Raymundo Fulgencio in.
Yellow cards for FC Juárez:
13’ 1T – José García
Substitutions for CF Monterrey
21’ 1T – Lucas Ocampos out, Cristian Reyes in; Iker Fimbres out, Allen Rojas in.
62’ 2T – Jesús Corona out, Alonso Aceves in; Allen Rojas out, César Bustos in.
86’ 2T – Luca Orellano out, Luis Reyes in.
Yellow cards for CF Monterrey:
25’ 1T – Víctor Guzmán; 1’ 2T – Ricardo Chávez.
Red card for CF Monterrey:
11’ 2T – Víctor Guzmán (Second yellow card).