Liga MX Clausura - 15

Mazatlán 1 - 1 FT Club Queretaro

Estadio El Encanto

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Futmetrix Verdict
44
FT
Sat, Apr 18
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Mazatlán
1-1
Club Queretaro
⚡ Intensity 43
⚖️ Balance 40
🏆 Stakes 0
🎲 Upset 10
Twin penalties define a frantic shoreline stalemate.

Spot-Kick Drama in Coastal Deadlock

Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. A frantic relegation-zone scrap that traded tactical nuance for pure chaos, defined by relentless shot volume and penalty drama.

The Early Barrage

The atmosphere at Estadio de Mazatlan demanded an immediate reaction from two sides desperate to climb away from the foot of the table. Mazatlán stepped out with clear intent, settling into a deliberate rhythm that eventually saw them comfortably control possession at 59 percent. Yet, this was never destined to be a game of sterile passing. The Intensity was absolutely off the charts as both outfits traded heavy tactical blows in a remarkably chaotic midfield battle. The critical breakthrough finally arrived precisely on the half-hour mark following sustained offensive pressure. The referee dramatically pointed to the spot, and B. Rubio stepped up with pure conviction. He buried the penalty effortlessly, putting the hosts ahead and igniting a roar from the local crowd. It felt momentarily like the home side had definitively broken a stubborn deadlock.

An Immediate Reply

That slender advantage evaporated in a matter of minutes as the narrative violently shifted. Club Queretaro flatly refused to retreat into a defensive shell, instead unleashing a staggering 23 shots across the ninety minutes. The Balance of the match swung back and forth like a pendulum as the energetic visitors pressed aggressively higher up the pitch. Their fierce, unrelenting response forced a crucial error inside the Mazatlán penalty area right at minute 41. Another penalty was awarded, offering yet another sudden twist in the tale. A. Avila took on the immense responsibility, demonstrating ice-cool composure to drill the ball home and restore parity. Behind this stirring resurgence was the masterful and visionary orchestration of Santiago Homenchenko. The talented midfielder actively dictated the tempo, constantly unpicking the defensive locks.

The Unresolved Duel

The second half quickly morphed into an unrelenting, physical wave of set-pieces from both desperate outfits. A staggering total of 15 corners heavily underlined the sheer attacking desperation evident inside both penalty areas. Despite a remarkable combined 36 shots attempted between the two squads, a decisive winner remained painfully elusive as the clock ticked down. The Stakes were visibly weighing on these struggling sides; capturing all three points would have been an absolute lifeline near the bottom of the league standings. Homenchenko finished the grinding contest with four crucial key passes, firmly cementing his status as the standout creative operator on the pitch. Ultimately, this gritty 1-1 draw serves as a compelling testament to their shared survival instincts, even if a single point does very little to alleviate their highly precarious league positions heading into the final matches.

Key Questions

How did Mazatlán open the scoring?

B. Rubio confidently converted a penalty in the 30th minute to give the home side the initial lead.

Who equalised for the visitors?

A. Avila responded with a clinical penalty of his own just 11 minutes later for Querétaro.

Who was the standout performer?

Santiago Homenchenko ran the midfield for Querétaro, delivering four key passes and earning top marks.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
59%
41%
Mazatlán 59%
Club Queretaro 41%
Shots
13
23
Mazatlán 13
Club Queretaro 23
Shots on Target
3
4
Mazatlán 3
Club Queretaro 4
Expected Goals (xG)
1.72
1.86
Mazatlán 1.72
Club Queretaro 1.86
Passes
438
282
Mazatlán 438
Club Queretaro 282
Pass Accuracy
86%
77%
Mazatlán 86%
Club Queretaro 77%
Corners
7
8
Mazatlán 7
Club Queretaro 8
Fouls
11
4
Mazatlán 11
Club Queretaro 4
Yellow Cards
2
1
Mazatlán 2
Club Queretaro 1
Red Cards
0
0
Mazatlán 0
Club Queretaro 0

Match Events

24' 🟨 M. Zaleta
L. Abascia 🟨 24'
30' B. Rubio
A. Avila 41'
HT
46' 🔄 S. Godinez G. Lopez
55' 🔄 M. Zaleta M. Lainez
55' 🔄 B. Rubio Fabio Gomes
J. Unjanque L. Rodriguez 🔄 65'
78' 🔄 Y. Barcenas J. Esquivel
78' 🔄 J. Ovalle O. F. Moreno Villegas
82' 🟨 F. Almada
B. Duarte J. Robles 🔄 88'
F. Venegas J. Cazares 🔄 88'
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Mazatlán

Goalkeepers
Ricardo Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Sebastián Santos
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Facundo Almada
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Merolla
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
53%
Pass Acc
Jair Díaz
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Mauro Zaleta
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
Midfielders
Yoel Bárcenas
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Said Godínez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josué Ovalle
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Forwards
Dudu
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brian Rubio
FRIENDLY FIRE
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
4
Fouls
6.3
Rating
BENCH
André Alcaraz
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Luis Carillo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Joaquín Esquivel
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauro Laínez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Angel Saavedra
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Billy Arce
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Lopez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fábio Gomes
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Omar Moreno
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Hernández
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Club Queretaro

Goalkeepers
José Hernández
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Bayron Duarte
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
Diego Reyes
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Abascia
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Daniel Parra
FRIENDLY FIRE
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Midfielders
Carlo Adriano García
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Santiago Homenchenko
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
44%
Pass Acc
Jean Unjanque
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Mateo Coronel
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Francisco Venegas
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Ali Ávila
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Guillermo Allison
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Carlos Villanueva
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jaime Gomez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Waldo Madrid
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Eduardo Robles
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bernardo Parra
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Pablo Cázares
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fernando González
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eduardo Perez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
11/02/2025 Club Queretaro 1 - 0 Mazatlán Liga MX Estadio La Corregidora
03/15/2025 Club Queretaro 1 - 0 Mazatlán Liga MX Estadio Corregidora
10/05/2024 Mazatlán 2 - 2 Club Queretaro Liga MX Estadio El Encanto
04/13/2024 Club Queretaro 0 - 2 Mazatlán Liga MX Estadio Corregidora
10/28/2023 Mazatlán 3 - 0 Club Queretaro Liga MX Estadio El Encanto
02/19/2023 Club Queretaro 1 - 1 Mazatlán Liga MX Estadio La Corregidora
11/02/2025
Liga MX Estadio La Corregidora
03/15/2025
Liga MX Estadio Corregidora
10/05/2024
Liga MX Estadio El Encanto
04/13/2024
Liga MX Estadio Corregidora
10/28/2023
Liga MX Estadio El Encanto
02/19/2023
Liga MX Estadio La Corregidora
Mazatlán Win
Club Queretaro Win
Draw