Liga MX Gameweek 8, Apertura
Santos Laguna 2 - 1 FT FC Juarez
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
19' Efrain Orona
Oscar Estupiñan 19'
27' Diego González
Monchu 27'
31' Mauricio Cuevas
33' ↓ Efrain Orona ↑Emmanuel Echeverria
HT
Oscar Estupiñan 54'
56' ↓ Eduardo Aguirre ↑Esteban Lozano
↓ Ían Torres ↑Luca Dupuy 58'
↓ Rodrigo Dourado ↑Juan Alexander Sigala García 58'
64' Ezequiel Bullaude (Mauricio Cuevas)
↓ Francisco Nevarez ↑Javier Aquino 68'
↓ Oscar Estupiñan ↑Madson de Souza Silva 68'
73' Mauricio Cuevas
78' Esteban Lozano (Ezequiel Bullaude)
↓ Monchu ↑Ricardo Oliveira 79'
82' ↓ Francisco Villalba ↑Javier Guemez
82' ↓ Diego González ↑Ramiro Sordo
82' ↓ Kevin Palacios ↑L. Gómez
Jesus Murillo 88'
90' Franco Pardo
Denzell Garcia 90'+1
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Santos Laguna
Goalkeepers
Carlos Acevedo 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Franco Pardo 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.8
Rating
Felipe Sánchez 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
90%
Duel Win %
Efraín Orona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
33
Entry
Midfielders
Mauricio Cuevas 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
3
Key Passes
7.5
Rating
Facundo Cáseres 
MAGNET
66
Activity
66
Activity
58
Passes
8
Duels
Fran Villalba 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Diego González 
STORMTROOPER
5
Shots
5
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Kevin Palacios 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Ezequiel Bullaude
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
12%
Pass Acc
Eduardo Aguirre 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Héctor Holguín 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
José Abella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emmanuel Echeverría
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
21%
Pass Acc
Jonathan Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luis Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javier Güémez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Salvador Mariscal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ramiro Sordo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tahiel Jiménez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Esteban Lozano 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
FC Juarez
Goalkeepers
Sebastián Jurado 
OCTOPUS
8
Saves
8
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Francisco Nevárez
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Jesús Murillo
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Gilberto Sepúlveda
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Alejandro Mayorga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Rodrigo Dourado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Monchu
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Denzell García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jairo Torres
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
José Luis Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Óscar Estupiñán 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Guillermo Ruiz
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Haret Ortega
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eder López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ricardinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Raymundo Fulgencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guilherme Castilho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javier Aquino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Sigala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Madson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luca Martínez Dupuy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/18/2026 | Santos Laguna | 2 - 2 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Corona |
| 08/23/2025 | FC Juarez | 2 - 1 | Santos Laguna | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 01/30/2025 | FC Juarez | 1 - 0 | Santos Laguna | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 10/07/2024 | Santos Laguna | 0 - 2 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Corona |
| 04/01/2024 | FC Juarez | 2 - 1 | Santos Laguna | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 10/30/2023 | Santos Laguna | 5 - 1 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Corona |
| 02/12/2023 | FC Juarez | 3 - 1 | Santos Laguna | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 09/19/2022 | Santos Laguna | 2 - 0 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Nuevo Corona |
| 02/19/2022 | FC Juarez | 0 - 0 | Santos Laguna | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 08/29/2021 | Santos Laguna | 2 - 0 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Nuevo Corona |
01/18/2026
08/23/2025
01/30/2025
10/07/2024
04/01/2024
10/30/2023
02/12/2023
09/19/2022
02/19/2022
08/29/2021
Santos Laguna Win
FC Juarez Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +12
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 7 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -7
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +16
P: 13 GD: +8
P: 13 GD: +7
P: 13 GD: +10
P: 13 GD: +3
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 13 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 13 GD: -3
P: 13 GD: -4
P: 13 GD: -4
P: 13 GD: -4
P: 13 GD: -5
P: 13 GD: +2
P: 13 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Bullaude Inspires Comeback in Crucial Basement Clash
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 87/100. Our verdict is that this chaotic bottom-of-the-table thriller proved exactly why high-stakes desperation creates the most compelling football.
Early Frictions and VAR Drama
Pitting 17th against 18th in Liga MX, the Stakes were palpable at Estadio Corona for this crucial six-pointer. Santos Laguna edged possession in the first half, but the early exchanges were defined by sheer friction and tactical stalemates. A lengthy VAR review involving Mauricio Cuevas added to the mounting nervous energy on the pitch. The visitors eventually broke the deadlock, capitalising on a spot kick. FC Juarez struck first through an Oscar Estupiñan penalty in the 54th minute, temporarily silencing the home crowd. The hosts were forced to recalibrate immediately, knowing another defeat would plunge them deeper into a dire relegation battle.
The Tactical Turnaround
The match boasted off-the-charts Intensity as the second half opened up into a staggering shooting gallery, with 36 combined attempts by the final whistle. Ezequiel Bullaude took it upon himself to orchestrate the response. He brilliantly equalised just ten minutes after his side fell behind, expertly finishing a move sparked by Cuevas. The manager's timely tactical adjustments then completely disrupted the Balance of the tie. Substitute Esteban Lozano stepped onto the pitch and immediately became the hero. Found by a superb Bullaude pass, Lozano smashed home the winner in the 78th minute, completing a stunning turnaround that demonstrated a renewed attacking verve.
A Frantic Finish
With 18 corners and 12 combined saves showcasing a relentless set-piece barrage, the pitch remained a chaotic battleground until the very end. Late drama ensued when Franco Pardo stepped up to take a 90th-minute penalty, hoping to kill the contest entirely. His agonizing miss kept the home crowd holding their collective breath through deep stoppage time. Ultimately, the hosts held on to secure maximum points. Our take is that this gritty triumph offers them a crucial lifeline in the standings, while simultaneously abandoning Juarez at the very foot of the table with zero points after a punishing, gruelling eight-game losing run.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by E. Bullaude the turning point?
No, it was actually Franco Pardo who missed the late penalty in the 90th minute. The real turning point was Lozano's goal off the bench.
What made E. Bullaude the Man of the Match?
He was the absolute catalyst for the home side, scoring the crucial equaliser and then providing the assist for the winning goal.
How did Santos Laguna complete the comeback from behind?
After conceding a penalty, they relentlessly pressured the opposition, resulting in an immediate equaliser and a decisive second-half goal from super-sub Esteban Lozano.
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.
A Desperate Scramble in the Liga MX Basement
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 16/100. This bottom-of-the-table clash is a tough watch for neutrals, serving only to decide which struggling side remains rooted to the floor.
The Setup
The Estadio Corona hosts a true bottom-feeder clash this September 14, 2026. Both Santos Laguna and FC Juarez are enduring a torrid Apertura campaign. While the Stakes are technically high for these two specific clubs as a pure six-pointer, the overall Balance of the match is dreadful. FC Juarez have yet to register a single point after seven matches, dragging an abysmal Form rating into an away fixture they simply cannot afford to lose. The hosts are barely doing better, sitting just one point ahead.
Key Battle
With a distinct lack of top-tier Stars on display, individual moments of quality will dictate the tempo. Fran Villalba must unlock a porous away defence that ships nearly four goals a game. On the other side, José Luis Rodríguez carries the entire creative burden for the visitors. If Villalba can pull the strings in midfield, the hosts should dictate proceedings.
Our Prediction
Given Juarez's catastrophic defensive record, Santos should narrowly edge this contest. Expect a scrappy, nervy affair where the home side eventually capitalises on a defensive blunder to secure three vital points.