The latest round of Clausura fixtures delivered thrilling action, marked by high-profile debuts and notable absences due to tri’s participation in South American friendlies and Club América’s encounter with Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami.
Thursday Night Showdown: América vs. Tijuana
The Eagles traveled to Las Vegas for a amiable against Inter Miami, forcing their matchday two clash with Tijuana to Thursday evening. With key players from their 2024 Apertura victory absent, André Jardine opted for a young and untested lineup. This inexperience was evident early on as The Xolos seized the lead with a goal from Jesús Hernández. Though, América clawed back a point in the 61st minute when substitute Esteban Lozano scored moments after replacing Diego Arriaga.The result leaves Tijuana winless, while américa continues their unbeaten streak in the early stages of the season.
Friday’s Thrilling Encounters
Puebla 1 vs 2 San LuisTigres 2 vs 1 MazatlánNecaxa 3 vs 2 chivas
Puebla, under Pablo Guede, started strong against San Luis, taking the lead six minutes in through Facundo Waller. Sebastien Lamonge equalized before halftime, but Rodrigo Dourado’s late strike secured a dramatic victory for San Luis.
Tigres maintained their perfect start to the season with a hard-fought win over Mazatlán.jesús garza broke the deadlock in the 70th minute, followed by Hugo González’s goal. lucas Merolla’s late effort for Mazatlán wasn’t enough to change the outcome.
Necaxa claimed their first victory in a thrilling match against Chivas. After a goalless first half, Chivas took the lead, but Necaxa responded with two swift goals. Ricardo Monreal’s strike sealed the win, despite Roberto Alvarado’s penalty for Chivas.
Saturday’s Surprises and stalemates
FC Juárez 1 vs 0 Cruz AzulToluca 1 vs 1 MonterreyAtlas 1 vs 2 León
FC Juárez stunned Cruz Azul with a narrow 1-0 victory, courtesy of José Luis Rodríguez’s decisive goal. Despite debuting winter signing Jesús Orozco, Cruz Azul couldn’t avoid the upset.
Toluca and Monterrey played out an entertaining draw. Helio Junio’s spectacular long-range effort put Toluca ahead, but Sergio Canales’s solo run and finish leveled the score early in the second half.
León edged past Atlas in a closely contested match. Despite Atlas’s early resistance, León’s attacking prowess proved decisive, securing a 2-1 victory.
The Estadio Jalisco was the center of attention on Saturday night as James Rodríguez geared up for his much-awaited debut with León. Initially starting on the bench, the Colombian star was introduced in the final 30 minutes with Atlas holding a narrow 1-0 lead. Rodríguez wasted no time making his presence felt, surging into the box and drawing a foul from his international teammate, Camilo Vargas. The referee pointed to the spot, and Adonis Frías stepped up to calmly convert the penalty. The comeback was completed when Jhonder Cadíz delivered a clinical finish in the dying moments, securing a dramatic turnaround for León.
Atlas v Leon – Torneo Clausura 2025 Liga MX | Jam Media/GettyImages
Sunday 19th January 2025
The Roosters celebrated a triumphant start under their new manager, benjamín Mora, clinching a home win against Pumas. The match began with Pumas taking the lead, thanks to a sharp finish from Nathan Silva in the opening minutes. Though,Querétaro responded before halftime,with Pablo Barrera delivering a precise strike to level the score. the second half saw Querétaro dominate, as Barrera notched his second goal of the match, followed swiftly by Francisco Venegas, who extended the lead with a third goal. Venegas’ joy was short-lived, as he received a second yellow card just moments after scoring, reducing querétaro to ten men.Despite the numerical disadvantage, Pumas struggled to capitalize, managing only a late consolation goal from Robert Ergas, marking his debut goal for the team.
Monday 21st January 2025
Pachuca 2 vs 1 Santos Laguna
Pachuca kicked off their season with a win, despite the departure of Nelson Deossa to Monterrey. The Tuzos were given a major boost as Santos found themselves in trouble, with Tahiel Jímenez and Anderson Santamaría both turning the ball into their own net. To make matters worse for the visitors, Cristian Dájome saw red with a straight dismissal.Santos pulled one back late on through a José Macías penalty, but the early setbacks proved too costly, handing Pachuca all three points.
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