Liga MX Clausura - 8
Mazatlán 1 - 0 FT CF Pachuca
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Carlos Sánchez 18'
23' Sebastián Santos
25' Said Godínez
Sergio Barreto 40'
45' Dudu (F. Almada)
HT
↓ A. Bautista ↑E. Valencia 46'
↓ O. Idrissi ↑L. Quinones 46'
Sergio Rodríguez 49'
↓ S. Rodriguez ↑V. Guzman 57'
↓ A. Dominguez ↑Kenedy 57'
62' ↓ J. Ovalle ↑M. Lainez
69' ↓ Dudu ↑D. Hernandez
75' Sebastián Santos
75' Sebastián Santos
79' ↓ S. Godinez ↑J. Esquivel
79' ↓ B. Rubio ↑A. A. Saavedra Nevarez
↓ C. Sanchez ↑C. Hernandez 80'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Mazatlán
Goalkeepers
R. Rodriguez 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
S. Santos 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.6
Rating
F. Almada 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
L. Merolla 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
2
Interceptions
3
Tackles
J. Diaz 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
S. Godinez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Barcenas 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
J. Ovalle
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
M. Zaleta 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
17%
Pass Acc
BENCH
R. Franco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Esquivel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Lainez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Arce
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Hernandez
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
G. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. A. Alcaraz Diaz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. A. Saavedra Nevarez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Gonzalez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Ben Rhouma
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Pachuca
Goalkeepers
C. Moreno
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Defenders
C. Sanchez 
ENFORCER
6
Tackles
6
Tackles
14
Duels Won
74%
Win %
Eduardo Bauermann
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
64%
Duel Win %
S. D. Barreto 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
B. A. Garcia Caprizo 
MAGNET
75
Activity
75
Activity
70
Passes
5
Duels
Midfielders
S. Rodriguez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
C. Rivera
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
64
Passes
9
Duels
A. Dominguez
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
A. Bautista
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
O. Idrissi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
S. Rondon 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
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
R. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Alfaro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Guzman
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
P. Pedraza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kenedy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Valencia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Quinones
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
C. Hernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/26/2025 | Pachuca | 1 - 0 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Miguel Hidalgo |
| 03/09/2025 | Pachuca | 1 - 1 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 08/24/2024 | Mazatlán | 3 - 0 | Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 04/28/2024 | Pachuca | 1 - 1 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Hidalgo |
| 07/01/2023 | Mazatlán | 1 - 1 | Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 02/17/2023 | Mazatlán | 2 - 3 | Pachuca | Liga MX | Estadio de Mazatlán |
Mazatlán Win
CF Pachuca Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -6
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
Ten-Man Mazatlán Stun Pachuca in Classic Smash-and-Grab
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. A colossal upset where immense defensive grit neutralised overwhelming possession to fundamentally alter the complexion of the lower table.
Weathering the Early Storm
Pachuca arrived at Estadio El Encanto sitting comfortably in the playoff zone, and they immediately imposed their will on the fixture. The visitors absolutely dominated possession from the opening exchanges, pinning the hosts deep into their own half. The Intensity was palpable as Christian Rivera orchestrated the midfield play, delivering a masterful performance that kept the home side chasing shadows. Rivera consistently unlocked passing lanes, dictating the tempo and ensuring the away side maintained a stranglehold on the ball. Despite facing wave after wave of pressure, Mazatlán remained remarkably disciplined in their shape. They absorbed the intricate build-up play, forcing their opponents to settle for attempts from outside the penalty area. The tactical blueprint was clear: survive the initial onslaught and wait patiently for a counter-attacking window.
The Sucker Punch Before the Break
The turning point materialised precisely when the visitors looked most likely to assert their dominance. Deep into the first half's closing moments, a rare foray forward completely altered the narrative. In the 45th minute, F. Almada carved out a pocket of space and delivered a decisive ball into the area. Dudu met the service with clinical precision, sending the home crowd into raptures. This unexpected breakthrough significantly spiked the Upset Factor, as the sixteenth-placed strugglers suddenly found themselves leading a top-tier side. It was a textbook smash-and-grab moment that fundamentally shifted the momentum heading into the dressing rooms. The goal forced a massive tactical rethink from the visitors, completely changing the complexion of what had previously been a largely one-sided affair.
A Fortified Rearguard
The second half developed into a nerve-shredding test of endurance. The pressure multiplied exponentially in the 75th minute when Sebastián Santos was shown a straight red card following a heated argument, reducing the hosts to ten men. With a numerical advantage, the visitors launched an absolute bombardment, generating a massive total of 20 shots and forcing 8 corners across the match. However, Ricardo Rodríguez delivered an inspired performance between the sticks, registering five crucial saves to preserve the fragile Balance. His heroic interventions frustrated the attacking frontline time and time again. The hosts somehow survived the relentless siege, securing a massive victory that breathes much-needed life into their challenging league campaign.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Sebastián Santos impact the match?
It forced a massive defensive retreat, as the hosts had to survive a relentless final fifteen minutes of extreme attacking pressure with only ten men.
What made Dudu the Man of the Match?
He provided the ultimate difference-maker, converting a crucial 45th-minute strike to secure an unlikely victory despite his side's distinct lack of overall possession.
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 Seek Separation at Estadio El Encanto
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. A fascinating clash of styles awaits as high-flying Pachuca attempt to break down a Mazatlán side desperate for relevance in the Clausura.
The Setup
On February 28, 2026, Pachuca arrive at Estadio El Encanto sitting comfortably in fifth place with 22 points. While their overall Form rating hints at recent inconsistencies, they possess a lethal attacking core spearheaded by Oussama Idrissi and Salomón Rondón. Mazatlán languish in 16th, though an incredibly high Balance score suggests this fixture will be much tighter than the standings imply. The hosts will lean heavily on their standout goalkeeper, Ricardo Rodríguez, to keep the visitors at bay. While the overarching Stakes are relatively modest at this stage of the campaign, a solid Stars rating guarantees individual quality on the pitch.
Key Battle
Pachuca's relentless attacking line against Mazatlán's defensive rearguard. The visitors excel at creating high-percentage chances and suffocating opponents with quick possession. The home side's backline must remain perfectly disciplined; if they sit too deep without an outlet, the constant pressure will inevitably force a costly error.
Our Prediction
Pachuca to edge it 2-1. Expect Mazatlán to absorb pressure and frustrate their opponents early on, but the visitors' sheer attacking depth should ultimately break the deadlock in the second half.