Liga MX Apertura - 6
Leon 1 - 1 FT CF Pachuca
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Brian García 10'
O. Idrissi 13'
32' Nicolas Fonseca
Luis Quiñones 44'
45' I. Diaz
HT
↓ L. Quinones ↑A. Bautista 55'
↓ Alemao ↑J. Cadiz 55'
62' ↓ I. Diaz ↑J. Rodriguez
62' ↓ R. Echeverria ↑A. Estrada
↓ W. Carvalho ↑V. Guzman 66'
↓ A. Dominguez ↑Kenedy 66'
74' ↓ F. Beltran Cruz ↑D. Arcila
74' ↓ J. Cortizo ↑E. Rodriguez
82' ↓ A. Alvarado ↑A. Frias
↓ E. Montiel ↑I. Hernandez 87'
89' Sebastián Santos
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Leon
Goalkeepers
O. Garcia 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
S. Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Gauthier 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.9
Rating
S. Barreiro
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.9
Rating
S. Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
F. Beltran Cruz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
N. Fonseca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Echeverria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
J. Cortizo 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
I. Diaz 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
A. Alvarado
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
BENCH
O. Jimenez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
P. Bellon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Frias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Rigoni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Arcila
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Estrada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Funes Mori
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pachuca
Goalkeepers
C. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
B. A. Garcia Caprizo
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.7
Rating
Eduardo Bauermann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. D. Barreto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Aceves 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
E. Montiel
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
W. Carvalho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
A. Dominguez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
L. Quinones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
O. Idrissi
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Alemao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
BENCH
J. Eulogio
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Berlanga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Guzman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bautista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kenedy
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
I. Hernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Togni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Cadiz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/23/2025 | Leon | 1 - 1 | Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio León |
| 02/06/2025 | Pachuca | 1 - 2 | Leon | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 07/13/2024 | Leon | 0 - 0 | Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio León |
| 02/08/2024 | Pachuca | 3 - 2 | Leon | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 07/11/2023 | Leon | 4 - 0 | Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio León |
| 02/04/2023 | Leon | 0 - 1 | Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio León |
Leon Win
CF Pachuca Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Chaos at Estadio León: Penalties and Red Cards in Liga MX Thriller
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. Two penalties, a late red card, and relentless pressure made this a gritty battle of survival for the hosts.
Early Drama and Spot-Kicks
A high Intensity rating tells the story of a frantic and physical opening exchange at Estadio León. The visitors quickly stamped their tactical authority on the pitch, and controversy struck early when VAR confirmed a penalty for Pachuca in the 10th minute following a clumsy foul on Brian García. O. Idrissi stepped up confidently, converting the 13th-minute opener to reward his side's bright start. Pachuca completely dominated possession with 62% of the ball, dictating the tempo and pushing Leon deep into their own half. Yet, just as the first period seemed destined to end with the visitors comfortably ahead, the Balance of the match shifted unexpectedly. The hosts won a penalty of their own right before the whistle, which I. Diaz coolly dispatched to level the score against the run of play.
A Siege Unfolds
The second half transformed into a relentless shooting gallery. Pachuca rained down a staggering 25 total shots throughout the match, desperately searching for a winner to solidify their playoff spot. Idrissi was the creative focal point, pulling strings with four key passes, but the home defence bent without breaking. The Stakes rose dramatically as Leon sat deep in a low block, absorbing continuous waves of pressure and relying on desperate clearances to survive. Goalkeeping played a pivotal role in this phase, with both shot-stoppers incredibly busy, though Leon's defensive organization was tested to its absolute limits by the sheer volume of away attacks. Despite controlling the midfield rhythm, Pachuca ultimately struggled to find that clinical, decisive final touch inside the penalty area to secure all three points.
Holding the Fort
The match reached boiling point in the 79th minute when Valentin Gauthier saw a straight red card for a reckless challenge. Down to ten men, the hosts faced a truly grueling final stretch. Pachuca threw every available body forward to exploit the numerical advantage, testing Carlos Moreno at the other end on rare but dangerous counter-breaks, but the visiting keeper remained sharp with three crucial saves. The Upset Factor lingered in the night air as Leon tenaciously clung to a 1-1 draw. This hard-fought point keeps the hosts afloat in the mid-table mix, while Pachuca might view the evening as two vital points dropped, sitting fifth and eight points off the Liga MX summit with games running out.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Valentin Gauthier impact the match?
It forced Leon into a deep defensive block for the final 15 minutes, desperately absorbing Pachuca's relentless pressure to salvage a hard-fought draw.
What made Oussama Idrissi the Man of the Match?
He set the tone with a clinical early penalty and continuously unlocked the defense, creating four key chances in a brilliant playmaking display.
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.
Pachuca Look to Exploit Leon's Defensive Woes
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. A top-heavy clash where Pachuca's organized push for the upper echelons meets a desperate Leon side fighting for relevance in the Apertura.
The Setup
Stepping onto the pitch at Estadio León this August 23, 2025, Leon find themselves in a precarious position. Sitting 12th with a porous defense and a negative goal difference, their recent Form leaves much to be desired. Conversely, Pachuca are humming along in 5th place, looking comfortable and organized. The relatively low Stakes rating reflects the current gap in the table, meaning a lower Balance score points heavily toward an away advantage. However, what elevates this fixture is an exceptionally high Stars rating, driven largely by the men with the gloves. Oscar García has been performing heroics to keep Leon's scorelines respectable, while Carlos Moreno has been a serene presence at the back for the visitors.
Key Battle
The action will funnel through the duel between Ismael Díaz and Elías Montiel. Díaz is the vital spark Leon desperately needs to ignite their attack, but he faces a massive hurdle in Montiel, whose midfield orchestration and ball recovery have been instrumental to Pachuca's recent success.
Our Prediction
Pachuca to claim all three points. Expect the visitors to control possession, isolate Leon's defenders, and pepper García's goal until the inevitable breakthrough happens.