Liga MX Apertura - 5
Monterrey 3 - 2 FT Mazatlán
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
J. Esquivel 13'
15' V. Guzman (J. Corona)
26' L. Ocampos
45' L. Ocampos (L. Reyes)
HT
↓ J. Garcia ↑J. Diaz 46'
↓ D. Hernandez ↑Y. Barcenas 46'
Jair Díaz 56'
↓ Dudu ↑M. Lainez 60'
63' Sergio Ramos
63' Óliver Torres
70' ↓ O. Torres ↑I. Fimbres
↓ J. Esquivel ↑O. F. Moreno Villegas 70'
O. F. Moreno Villegas (N. Benedetti) 83'
88' ↓ J. Corona ↑G. Arteaga
88' ↓ L. Ocampos ↑F. Ambriz
90'+1 Ricardo Chávez
90'+3 Sergio Canales
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Monterrey
Goalkeepers
S. Mele 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
J. Rodriguez 
MAGNET
64
Activity
64
Activity
55
Passes
9
Duels
S. Canales 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
46%
Pass Acc
L. Ocampos 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
3
On Target
9
Rating
O. Torres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
J. Corona 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Forwards
G. Berterame
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
L. Cardenas 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Arteaga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Medina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Ambriz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Aguirre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Fimbres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Moxica
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mazatlán
Goalkeepers
D. Gutierrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
B. Colula
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Almada 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
L. Merolla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Hernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Midfielders
J. Esquivel 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
J. Sierra 
ENFORCER
7
Tackles
7
Tackles
10
Duels Won
71%
Win %
J. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
N. Benedetti
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Dudu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Forwards
Fabio Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
J. Diaz
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
Y. Barcenas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Torres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Lainez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. F. Moreno Villegas 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
V. A. Alcaraz Diaz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Leyva
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. A. Saavedra Nevarez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Gonzalez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2025 | Monterrey | 3 - 2 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA Bancomer |
| 02/26/2025 | Mazatlán | 1 - 0 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 09/22/2024 | Monterrey | 0 - 0 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 03/11/2024 | Monterrey | 2 - 1 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 01/07/2024 | Mazatlán | 1 - 2 | Monterrey | Friendlies Clubs | Estadio El Encanto |
| 07/15/2023 | Mazatlán | 0 - 3 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
Monterrey Win
Mazatlán Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +7
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 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
Monterrey edge out early scare in five-goal thriller
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 76/100. A chaotic opening exchange gave way to superior technical quality as the home side showcased their lethal edge to secure three vital points.
Frenetic Opening
The match exploded into life at Estadio BBVA Bancomer. A supreme Intensity defined the early exchanges, leaving spectators entirely breathless. Mazatlán struck a shock blow just 13 minutes in when J. Esquivel found the back of the net. That unexpected strike could have derailed the hosts, but the response was absolutely ruthless. Barely two minutes later, V. Guzman met a pinpoint delivery from J. Corona to restore parity. This early flurry of goals blew the match completely wide open. Tactics took a back seat as both sides traded heavy blows in a wildly entertaining start. Our take is simple: the visitors poked the bear, and the retaliation was instantaneous.
The Masterclass
With the game tied, the Balance of power shifted decisively. Monterrey seized control of the pitch, establishing controlled possession at 57%. The absolute catalyst for this dominance was L. Ocampos. He completed the turnaround in the 26th minute with a clinical finish. The visitors struggled heavily to cope with the sheer volume of attacks. Just as the half-time whistle beckoned, Ocampos struck again in the 45th minute, linking up with L. Reyes to double the advantage. Behind the scenes of this attacking clinic, Jorge Rodríguez pulled the strings masterfully in the middle of the park, earning outstanding plaudits.
Late Nerves
The second half required a much more measured approach. Recognizing the Stakes, the hosts attempted to kill the game through steady passing networks, logging 485 total passes. However, Liga MX rarely offers a quiet finish. The away manager rolled the dice, and a shrewd substitution almost turned the tide. O. F. Moreno Villegas stepped onto the pitch and made his mark in the 83rd minute, converting a chance created by N. Benedetti. That late strike injected massive tension into the dying moments. Ultimately, the hosts held their nerve to secure a crucial win, climbing to ninth in the table, while the visitors remain mired in 16th place.
Key Questions
What made Lucas Ocampos the Man of the Match?
He delivered a clinical brace in the first half, spearheading the attacking turnaround and constantly threatening the opposition's defensive line.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A frantic opening 26 minutes featured three fast goals, breaking open the tactical structures and forcing both sides into an open, attacking contest.
How did Monterrey complete the comeback from behind?
They responded within two minutes of conceding, asserted controlled possession, and relied on individual brilliance to carve through the visiting defence.
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.
Monterrey's Attack Masks Mid-Table Mediocrity
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. A dismal Stakes rating makes this a routine Apertura fixture, but explosive individual talent elevates the viewing experience.
The Setup
Monterrey host Mazatlán at Estadio BBVA Bancomer on August 18, 2025. Neither side is setting Liga MX alight. The hosts sit ninth, plagued by an erratic run of results. The visitors languish down in 16th with a dreadful minus-nine goal difference. Our Balance rating heavily favors the home side despite their inconsistency. Mazatlán simply leak too many goals. They have conceded 23 times in just 12 matches. A dismal Form rating reflects the current struggles of both camps. Monterrey desperately need three points to climb the table and silence their frustrated supporters.
Key Battle
A remarkably high Stars rating stems from genuine attacking quality. Germán Berterame is terrorizing defenses this season. He will look to exploit Mazatlán's incredibly fragile backline from the opening whistle. On the other side, Nicolás Benedetti remains the visitors' main creative outlet. If Benedetti can find pockets of space, he might trouble the home defense. However, Mazatlán goalkeeper Ricardo Gutierrez will likely be the busiest man on the pitch.
Our Prediction
Monterrey will dominate possession and punish defensive errors. Expect a comfortable 3-0 home victory. Berterame should strike early, forcing Mazatlán to chase the game and leave fatal gaps at the back.