Pachuca's Stunning Upset: How They Beat Monterrey in a Wild Liga MX Play-In Match
Okay, Liga MX fans, buckle up because you missed a crazy game! Pachuca, against all odds, totally stunned Monterrey in their Play-In match. A 2-1 comeback win? At the Estadio BBVA? Seriously, who saw that coming?
A Fast and Furious Start
The match was insane from the kickoff. Monterrey's Nelson Deossa nearly scored early with a rocket from outside the box – it was close! Pachuca fired back with some attacks of their own, but nothing found the back of the net. Both teams were trading blows, and it was anyone’s game. Honestly, the first half could've gone either way, setting the stage for an absolute rollercoaster.
Monterrey Takes the Lead
Then, boom! Monterrey scored in the 50th minute. Jesús 'Tecatito' Corona delivered a perfect cross, and Germán Berterame finished it beautifully. 1-0 Monterrey. At that point, it looked like they were cruising to the quarterfinals. I mean, who wouldn't feel confident up by one with the home crowd behind them?
The Incredible Pachuca Comeback
But here’s where things get wild. Pachuca just refused to give up. They kept pushing, kept attacking, and finally, in the 81st minute, Eduardo Bauermann equalized! The stadium must have erupted. And then, you won't believe this – an absolute howler from Monterrey goalkeeper Esteban Andrada gifted Salomón Rondón the winner in the 86th minute! Two goals in five minutes? You know how sometimes things just spiral? This was it.
The Aftermath: Injuries and Implications
Monterrey’s absence of key players like Sergio Ramos, who was injured, definitely played a part. Their defense seemed shaky in the final stages, allowing Pachuca to exploit their weaknesses. Now, Pachuca faces Club América in the quarterfinals – a rematch of the epic 2016 Clausura final, which Pachuca won. Talk about déjà vu! Meanwhile, Monterrey's now facing a do-or-die match against Pumas. Ouch.
Where to Catch the Action
Missed the madness? You can catch the replay, or future Liga MX games, on DirecTV Stream, TUDN, or ViX. If you're outside the US, you might need a VPN to access your usual streaming service. But trust me, it's worth the effort! The race for the Liga MX title is far from over!
This game was pure drama. One of those matches that’ll be talked about for years to come. What a finish!
