On Matchday 14 of the Clausura, Tijuana, known as the Xolos, triumphed away from home against FC Juárez, taking all three points with a hard-fought victory. The first goal came from Kevin Castañeda in the 42nd minute of the first half, showcasing a brilliant play. Ramiro Árciga followed suit by scoring the second goal just six minutes into the second half. FC Juárez managed to break through with a penalty scored by Guilherme Castilho in the 43rd minute of the same half.
Castañeda’s remarkable finish came thanks to a precise cross from Mourad El Ghezouani, allowing him to slot the ball into the net defended by Sebastián Jurado Roca, sending the stadium into a frenzy.
FC Juárez had a close chance to reduce the deficit when Manuel Mayorga hit the post with a shot in the 57th minute of the second half, thwarting their opportunity.
Clearly, Kevin Castañeda stood out as the star of the match, contributing not only with a goal but also making three attempts on target. Ramiro Árciga was instrumental as well, netting one goal and firing three shots towards the goal.
The FC Juárez team, under coach Pedro Caixinha, adopted a 4-5-1 formation with Sebastián Jurado in goal; a defensive line comprising Javier Aquino, José García, Jesús Murillo, and Manuel Mayorga; while Denzell García, Monchu, Jairo Torres, Rodolfo Pizarro, and José Rodríguez filled the midfield; Óscar Estupiñán led the attack.
On the other hand, Tijuana, managed by Sebastián Abreu, employed a 4-4-2 strategy. Antonio Rodríguez guarded the goal, supported by Rafael Fernández, Jackson Porozo, Jesús Gómez, and Pablo Ortíz in defense; Ramiro Árciga, Iván Tona, Ignacio Rivero, and Kevin Castañeda formed the midfield; Aldahir Pérez and Mourad El Ghezouani were the strikers.
Match official Jorge Camacho Peregrina officiated the match held at the Olímpico Benito Juárez stadium.
Next, FC Juárez will trek to León for their following fixture, while Tijuana prepares to face Cruz Azul on the road.
After the match, FC Juárez finds itself with 16 points, sitting in 12th place on the leaderboard, while Tijuana rises to 18 points, claiming 8th position in the tournament.
Substitutions for FC Juárez
61’ 2nd Half – Óscar Estupiñán went out for Guilherme Castilho, José Rodríguez was replaced by Ettson Ayón, and Rodolfo Pizarro made way for Homer Martínez.
62’ 2nd Half – Jairo Torres was substituted for Luca Martínez Dupuy and Iván Tona was replaced by Gilberto Mora.
76’ 2nd Half – Denzell García exited the match for Madson.
Yellow Cards for FC Juárez
38’ 2nd Half – Homer Martínez (Unsporting behavior).
Red Cards for FC Juárez
1’ 1st Half – Monchu (Direct red).
51’ 2nd Half – Jesús Murillo (Direct red).
Substitutions for Tijuana
45’ 2nd Half – Aldahir Pérez was substituted for Domingo Blanco.
70’ 2nd Half – Mourad El Ghezouani and Ramiro Árciga were replaced by Diego Abreu and Adonis Preciado respectively.
80’ 2nd Half – Kevin Castañeda went off for Frank Boya.
Yellow Cards for Tijuana
10’ 1st Half – Iván Tona (Unsporting behavior).
30’ 1st Half – Jesús Gómez (Unsporting behavior).