Liga MX Gameweek 9, Apertura
CF Pachuca 2 - 2 FT Club Tijuana
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Gilberto Mora 17'
Ivan Tona 33'
33' Oussama Idrissi
Jesus Gomez (Jesús Vega) 42'
45' ↓ Rodolfo Pizarro ↑Adrián Alcaraz
45' ↓ Alan Bautista ↑Mauricio Isais
45' ↓ Oussama Idrissi ↑Javier Vallejo
HT
55' Salomón Rondón (Javier Vallejo)
↓ Gilberto Mora ↑José Rivero 63'
↓ Ramiro Árciga ↑Yael Padilla 63'
68' ↓ Francisco Venegas ↑Gael Álvarez
↓ Angel Zapata ↑Frank Boya 71'
Yael Padilla 74'
80' ↓ Carlos Sánchez ↑Sebastian Santos
↓ Mourad El Ghezouani ↑Diego Fernando Abreu Firenze 84'
↓ Jesús Vega ↑Pablo Ortíz 84'
90' Salomón Rondón (Sergio Barreto)
90'+1 Benjamín Mora Mendívil
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
CF Pachuca
Goalkeepers
Carlos Moreno 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
Defenders
Carlos Sánchez 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Eduardo Bauermann 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Barreto 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.5
Rating
Francisco Venegas
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Sergio Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian Rivera 
MAGNET
72
Activity
72
Activity
69
Passes
3
Duels
Alán Bautista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Rodolfo Pizarro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Oussama Idrissi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Forwards
Salomón Rondón 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
9.4
Rating
BENCH
José Eulogio 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pedro Budib
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauricio Isaís
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Thomas Contreras
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastián Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adrián Alcaraz
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
C. Hernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolás Vallejo
ARCHITECT
6
Key Passes
6
Key Passes
2
Assists
7%
Pass Acc
Gael Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Club Tijuana
Goalkeepers
Antonio Rodríguez 
OCTOPUS
9
Saves
9
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Alejandro Gómez 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Jackson Porozo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Unai Bilbao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Vega
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.5
Rating
Midfielders
Iván Tona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ramiro Árciga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Ángel Zapata 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Gilberto Mora
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Adonis Preciado
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
9%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Mourad
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
BENCH
Jorge Hernández
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Magallon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo Ortíz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Frank Boya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aldahir Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ignacio Rivero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Abreu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joban González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Francisco González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yael Padilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2026 | Club Tijuana | 3 - 1 | CF Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio Caliente |
| 08/17/2025 | CF Pachuca | 0 - 2 | Club Tijuana | Liga MX | Estadio Miguel Hidalgo |
| 03/17/2025 | CF Pachuca | 4 - 1 | Club Tijuana | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 10/05/2024 | Club Tijuana | 2 - 1 | CF Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio Caliente |
| 02/04/2024 | CF Pachuca | 3 - 2 | Club Tijuana | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 11/11/2023 | Club Tijuana | 2 - 3 | CF Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio Caliente |
| 02/27/2023 | Club Tijuana | 2 - 0 | CF Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio Caliente |
| 09/12/2022 | CF Pachuca | 6 - 1 | Club Tijuana | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 04/12/2022 | CF Pachuca | 0 - 0 | Club Tijuana | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 11/07/2021 | Club Tijuana | 3 - 2 | CF Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio Caliente |
04/23/2026
08/17/2025
03/17/2025
10/05/2024
02/04/2024
11/11/2023
02/27/2023
09/12/2022
04/12/2022
11/07/2021
CF Pachuca Win
Club Tijuana Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 9 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: 0
P: 9 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 9 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -6
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +11
P: 10 GD: +7
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +3
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 10 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 10 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -8
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
CF Pachuca
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Club Tijuana
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Late Drama at the Hidalgo: Rondón Bails Out Pachuca
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 92/100. A relentless 29-shot barrage finally broke Tijuana's stubborn resistance as a dramatic 90th-minute equaliser rewarded the home side's sheer persistence.
The Shock Advantage
The Upset Factor was off the charts early on at Estadio Hidalgo. Club Tijuana ignored the script completely, stealing a march on the hosts despite seeing very little of the ball. A 17th-minute penalty calmly converted by Gilberto Mora gave the visitors an unexpected and crucial edge. Before the bewildered home fans could process the early deficit, Jesus Gomez popped up to double the advantage right before the interval, finishing sharply off a feed from Jesús Vega. Even though CF Pachuca had controlled possession for large chunks of the opening forty-five minutes, they found themselves staring down a daunting two-goal mountain. The visitors had executed their smash-and-grab blueprint perfectly.
The Turning Point
Down by two, the hosts emerged from the tunnel and cranked the Intensity up to maximum. It did not take long for their talisman to answer the call. In the 55th minute, Salomón Rondón pulled one back, getting on the end of a brilliant sequence orchestrated by substitute Javier Vallejo. That pivotal goal flipped the Balance of the match entirely. From that moment, the pitch tilted completely towards the Tijuana goal. A barrage of 29 total shots turned the penalty area into a shooting gallery, generating a massive 2.62 expected goals. Yet, the visitors stayed alive through pure resilience. Goalkeeper A. Rodríguez was forced into 9 spectacular saves, frustrating the home attackers time and again.
90th-Minute Chaos
Just as it seemed Tijuana would escape with a gritty victory, the unrelenting pressure finally broke the dam. Right on the 90-minute mark, Rondón struck again, securing his hero brace after a crucial lay-off from Sergio Barreto. The stadium erupted, rewarding a home side that simply refused to accept defeat. But the sheer Stakes of the moment boiled over instantly. In stoppage time, Benjamín Mora Mendívil was shown a straight red card for abusive language, adding a chaotic final exclamation point to the afternoon. This 2-2 thriller leaves both sides lingering in mid-table, with Pachuca wondering how they failed to win after such a dominant statistical display, while Tijuana heads home relieved to snatch a point.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Benjamín Mora Mendívil impact the match?
Arriving in stoppage time just after the equalizer, it had no tactical effect but perfectly summed up the fiery, chaotic end to the contest.
What made S. Rondón the Man of the Match?
His ruthless finishing dragged his team back from the brink, delivering a crucial brace capped by a massive 90th-minute leveller.
Did CF Pachuca deserve the late equalizer?
Absolutely. They dominated the flow of the game, unleashing 29 total shots to Tijuana's 8 and turning the second half into an unrelenting siege.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Shootout Expected as Pachuca Seek Home Comforts
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. Pachuca’s desperate hunt for their first home win clashes with two of the leakiest defenses in Liga MX, guaranteeing fireworks.
The Setup
On September 21, 2026, the Estadio Miguel Hidalgo will host an Apertura clash defined by defensive vulnerabilities. CF Pachuca welcome Club Tijuana with a massive red flag hanging over their home Form, having failed to register a single win in front of their own fans this season. While the mid-season Stakes are relatively modest in round 9, a sky-high Stars rating promises premium entertainment. Both backlines have been generous to a fault, conceding a combined 4.5 goals per match on average. This complete lack of defensive Balance ensures the attacking talent on display will run the show.
Key Battle
The ruthless finishing of S. Rondón is the ultimate weapon for the hosts. He will look to exploit Tijuana's defensive gaps and outshine the playmaking genius of G. Mora. Whichever talisman manages to tear through the opposition's fragile shape more efficiently will walk away with the points.
Our Prediction
We anticipate a thrilling victory for the hosts in a high-scoring affair. Neither side is capable of shutting up shop, but home advantage and sheer desperation should finally reward Pachuca with a crucial win.