Liga MX Clausura - 15

Monterrey 1 - 3 FT CF Pachuca

Estadio BBVA

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Futmetrix Verdict
71
FT
Sun, Apr 19
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Monterrey
1-3
CF Pachuca
⚡ Intensity 68
⚖️ Balance 67
🏆 Stakes 0
🎲 Upset 39
Pachuca's super-subs stun Monterrey away.

Bench Brilliance: Pachuca's Second-Half Surge Sinks Monterrey

Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 71/100. A stunning masterclass in in-game management saw Pachuca’s substitutes completely dismantle a fragile home side to cement their playoff credentials.

The False Dawn

Monterrey started with a clear, determined intent to snap their dismal five-game winless form in front of an expectant home crowd. Edging possession in the tightly contested opening exchanges at Estadio BBVA, the hosts probed patiently for an early breakthrough against a stubborn defensive block. The golden opportunity arrived when the referee decisively pointed to the spot at the 21-minute mark following intense pressure. L. Ocampos stepped up with supreme confidence and clinically converted the penalty kick, sending the loyal supporters into full voice. At the back, defensive linchpin Stefan Medina put on an absolute masterclass, reading the developing game flawlessly to keep the dangerous visitors completely at bay. The Stakes were remarkably high for this fixture, and throughout the entire first 45 minutes, the desperate home side genuinely looked capable of protecting their fragile advantage.

Enter the Game-Changers

The halftime interval shifted the entire complexion of this fascinating contest in spectacular fashion. Pachuca emerged from the tunnel with renewed venom, systematically dialling up the Intensity to suffocating levels that the home defence simply could not handle. The crucial equalizer arrived precisely on 54 minutes when Kenedy found a pocket of space and fired ruthlessly past the goalkeeper to level the fiercely fought tie. But the real tactical masterstroke undeniably came directly from the dugout. Seeking to decisively shatter the fragile Balance of the match, the visitors unleashed their bench players with devastating precision. Just past the hour mark, a brilliant attacking link-up between two game-changing substitutes completely undid the disorganized home defence, as A. Dominguez intelligently teed up A. Bautista to drill home the stunning go-ahead goal in the 72nd minute.

The Killer Blow

That sudden and dramatic turnaround completely sucked the life right out of the famously loud home crowd. Monterrey pushed forward in frantic desperation to salvage a result, but their underlying defensive structure collapsed entirely under the mounting pressure. Pachuca ruthlessly exploited the expanding gaps in transition. Validating the high Upset Factor of this difficult away trip, yet another super-sub emphatically put the tense contest to bed. In the 83rd minute, the vision of C. Rivera perfectly found E. Valencia, who applied the clinical finishing touch to securely seal a brilliant 3-1 victory. This massive statement win keeps the soaring visitors firmly planted in the top four, trailing the league leaders by just six points. Meanwhile, the battered hosts painfully extend their wretched winless rut, leaving them languishing totally adrift in mid-table mediocrity.

Key Questions

How did Monterrey complete the comeback from behind?

Pachuca actually completed the comeback. Monterrey led via an early L. Ocampos penalty, but the visitors surged back with three second-half goals to claim victory.

How did substitute Stefan Medina change the game?

Stefan Medina started the match. He was a standout performer in Monterrey’s defence, though his individual brilliance couldn't prevent the home side's 3-1 defeat.

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
54%
46%
Monterrey 54%
CF Pachuca 46%
Shots
11
9
Monterrey 11
CF Pachuca 9
Shots on Target
4
5
Monterrey 4
CF Pachuca 5
Expected Goals (xG)
1.33
1.77
Monterrey 1.33
CF Pachuca 1.77
Passes
442
380
Monterrey 442
CF Pachuca 380
Pass Accuracy
86%
82%
Monterrey 86%
CF Pachuca 82%
Corners
7
4
Monterrey 7
CF Pachuca 4
Fouls
11
15
Monterrey 11
CF Pachuca 15
Yellow Cards
2
4
Monterrey 2
CF Pachuca 4
Red Cards
0
0
Monterrey 0
CF Pachuca 0

Match Events

21' L. Ocampos
26' 🟨 S. Medina
S. Rondon 🟨 26'
HT
E. Montiel A. Bautista 🔄 46'
Kenedy 54'
64' 🔄 J. Corona S. Canales
O. Idrissi A. Dominguez 🔄 64'
C. Rivera 🟨 70'
A. Bautista (A. Dominguez) 72'
S. Rondon E. Valencia 🔄 76'
76' 🟨 L. Ocampos
78' 🔄 L. Orellano S. Rodriguez
78' 🔄 L. Reyes G. Arteaga
79' 🔄 L. Ocampos U. Djurdjevic
V. Guzman 🟨 80'
E. Valencia (C. Rivera) 83'
Kenedy S. Rodriguez 🔄 87'
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Monterrey

Goalkeepers
Luis Cardenas
SIEVE
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Ricardo Chávez
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Stefan Medina
MAGNET
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
80
Passes
7
Duels
Carlos Salcedo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luis Reyes
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Oliver Torres
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fidel Ambríz
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luca Orellano
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Jesus Corona
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Lucas Ocampos
SNIPER
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Roberto de la Rosa
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Santiago Mele
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Victor Guzmán
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alonso Aceves
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gerardo Arteaga
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Canales
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erick Aguirre
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastian Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Omar Galvez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cristian Reyes
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Uros Djurdjevic
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Pachuca

Goalkeepers
Carlos Moreno
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Carlos Sánchez
DRIBBLER
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Eduardo Bauermann
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Barreto
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Brian García
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Christian Rivera
PROVIDER
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.3
Rating
Víctor Guzmán
FRIENDLY FIRE
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6
Rating
Kenedy
SNIPER
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Elías Montiel
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Oussama Idrissi
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Forwards
Salomón Rondón
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
BENCH
Jose Eulogio
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jorge Berlanga
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cristobal Alfaro
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
René López
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alan Bautista
SUPER SUB
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
48
Minutes
7.6
Rating
Sergio Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexei Domínguez
SUPER SUB
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
29
Minutes
7.3
Rating
Gael Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luis Quinones
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Enner Valencia
CLOSER
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
07/13/2025 Pachuca 3 - 0 Monterrey Liga MX Estadio Miguel Hidalgo
04/28/2025 Monterrey 1 - 2 Pachuca Liga MX Estadio BBVA
01/26/2025 Monterrey 2 - 3 Pachuca Liga MX Estadio BBVA
07/08/2024 Pachuca 0 - 1 Monterrey Liga MX Estadio Hidalgo
02/11/2024 Monterrey 3 - 2 Pachuca Liga MX Estadio BBVA
11/05/2023 Pachuca 0 - 2 Monterrey Liga MX Estadio Hidalgo
07/13/2025
Liga MX Estadio Miguel Hidalgo
04/28/2025
Liga MX Estadio BBVA
01/26/2025
Liga MX Estadio BBVA
07/08/2024
Liga MX Estadio Hidalgo
02/11/2024
Liga MX Estadio BBVA
11/05/2023
Liga MX Estadio Hidalgo
Monterrey Win
CF Pachuca Win
Draw