Liga MX Apertura - 12
Mazatlán 2 - 1 FT Atletico San Luis
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
S. Salles-Lamonge (O. Macias) 18'
42' Lucas Merolla
Oscar Macías 45'
Juan Manuel Sanabria 45'+4
45'+7 Jordan Sierra
HT
46' ↓ L. Merolla ↑R. Meraz
46' ↓ M. Zaleta ↑M. Lainez
52' J. Sierra (M. Lainez)
63' ↓ N. Benedetti ↑Dudu
↓ B. Galdames ↑A. Cruz 68'
↓ O. Macias ↑Rodrigo Dourado 68'
73' ↓ A. Duarte ↑B. Colula
76' Bryan Colula
↓ S. Perez ↑M. Klimowicz 79'
83' Mauro Laínez
87' Mauro Laínez
90' B. Colula (M. Lainez)
↓ M. Garcia ↑J. Marchand 90'+1
90'+9 ↓ Y. Barcenas ↑J. Diaz
90'+10 Dudu
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Mazatlán
Goalkeepers
D. Gutierrez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
F. Almada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Merolla 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
A. Leyva
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Barcenas 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
23%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
J. Esquivel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Sierra 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
M. Zaleta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
N. Benedetti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Fabio Gomes 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
A. Duarte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
BENCH
R. Rodriguez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Diaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Colula 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.3
Rating
R. Meraz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Fierro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Torres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Lainez 
SUPER SUB
2
Assists
2
Assists
45
Minutes
7.2
Rating
D. Hernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dudu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Gonzalez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Atletico San Luis
Goalkeepers
A. Sanchez 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
R. Torres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Robson Bambu 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
E. Aguila
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
J. Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
O. Macias 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
S. Salles-Lamonge
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
B. Galdames 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
S. Perez
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
M. Garcia
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Joao Pedro Galvao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
G. Lajud
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Dominguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Guillen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Cruz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Klimowicz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Dourado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Marchand
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joao Louranco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yan Phillipe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Barajas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Mazatlán | 2 - 3 | Atletico San Luis | Friendlies Clubs | |
| 10/04/2025 | Mazatlán | 2 - 1 | Atletico San Luis | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 04/06/2025 | Atletico San Luis | 2 - 1 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Alfonso Lastras Ramírez |
| 07/13/2024 | Mazatlán | 2 - 2 | Atletico San Luis | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 01/13/2024 | Mazatlán | 0 - 1 | Atletico San Luis | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 09/23/2023 | Atletico San Luis | 3 - 2 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Alfonso Lastras Ramírez |
12/19/2025
10/04/2025
04/06/2025
07/13/2024
01/13/2024
09/23/2023
Mazatlán Win
Atletico San Luis Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +19
P: 12 GD: +15
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +7
P: 12 GD: +12
P: 12 GD: +10
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 12 GD: -10
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -8
P: 12 GD: -10
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +13
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: -6
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Substitutes Spark Sensational Turnaround at Estadio El Encanto
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 80/100. A phenomenal showcase of tactical substitutions and late-game resilience turned a grim relegation scrap into an unforgettable spectacle.
Early Setbacks and San Luis Control
When two struggling sides lock horns near the bottom of the table, the Stakes are universally high. Atletico San Luis understood the assignment early at Estadio El Encanto, stepping onto the pitch with clear attacking intent. The visitors edged possession with a 53% share during the opening exchanges, methodically working the ball through the middle. Their early pressure paid dividends in the 18th minute when S. Salles-Lamonge found the back of the net, finishing off a slick sequence orchestrated by O. Macias. Mazatlán looked disjointed, struggling to contain a visiting side that ultimately fired off 15 total shots across the night. The home crowd grew restless as their team chased shadows, desperately needing a spark to alter the grim trajectory of this fixture. The midfield battles were fierce, characterized by a combined 29 fouls as both sides desperately fought to establish dominance in a season-defining crunch match.
The Bench Changes Everything
Managers earn their wages in moments of crisis, and the half-time introduction of M. Lainez completely shifted the Balance of this contest. The substitute injected instant venom into the home side's attacking phases, transforming a pedestrian frontline into a constant threat. Just seven minutes into the second half, Lainez carved open the defense to find J. Sierra, who fired home a stunning equalizer. From that moment, the Intensity was off the charts. The match evolved into a chaotic shootout, with both teams contributing to a staggering 27 combined shots. The midfield became a battleground, as San Luis desperately tried to regain their earlier rhythm while the hosts surfed a wave of newfound momentum. The sheer volume of chances turned the penalty areas into absolute shooting galleries, keeping both sets of defenders constantly on their toes.
Heartbreak, VAR, and Ultimate Euphoria
The final minutes delivered a breathtaking rollercoaster of emotions. In the 87th minute, the hosts thought they had won a crucial penalty through the relentless Lainez, only for a lengthy VAR review to cruelly overturn the decision. It felt like the ultimate deflation for a side fighting for survival. Yet, this team refused to accept a draw. Deep into the 90th minute, another tactical substitution bore spectacular fruit. B. Colula, brought on to provide fresh legs, latched onto yet another sublime delivery from Lainez to smash home the dramatic winner. This stunning late comeback not only secured maximum points but allowed the hosts to leapfrog their opponents in the standings, proving that absolute determination can overcome even the most frustrating technological interventions. The final whistle brought massive celebrations, securing a vital victory that could redefine their entire campaign.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
A late Mazatlán penalty was cancelled in the 87th minute, amplifying the tension before their eventual 90th-minute winning goal.
How dramatic was the late winner by Jordan Sierra?
Sierra actually scored the vital 52nd-minute equalizer, completely shifting momentum to set the stage for Colula’s dramatic 90th-minute winning strike.
How did Mazatlán complete the comeback from behind?
Substitutes made the ultimate difference. Mauro Laínez provided two crucial assists, setting up Sierra’s equalizer and Colula’s dramatic 90th-minute winner to seal the thrilling victory.
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.
Basement Battle Promises Defensive Chaos
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. With both sides shipping over two goals a game, expect chaotic defending rather than tactical mastery at Estadio El Encanto.
The Setup
Mazatlán and Atletico San Luis are languishing at the bottom of the Liga MX standings. With a desperately low Stakes rating, this match is strictly about pride and avoiding the Apertura's wooden spoon. Both teams sit deadlocked on 11 points, separated only by goal difference. A modest Form rating reflects their struggles, driven primarily by terrible defensive records. The home side leaks two goals per game, while the visitors are even worse. While the overall Balance of the match is disjointed, a solid Stars rating offers a glimmer of hope that individual brilliance might shine through the defensive gloom.
Key Battle
Nicolás Benedetti vs Luis Nájera. Benedetti needs to exploit the visitors' fragile backline and spark his team to life. He comes up against an away side hoping Nájera can dictate the tempo and punish an equally generous home defense.
Our Verdict
Expect a messy draw. Neither team can defend competently, making a clean sheet practically impossible. We anticipate a 2-2 shootout filled with unforced errors and reactive defending.