It was a thrilling encounter between Necaxa and Chivas, with both teams fighting fiercely for supremacy. The match was filled with high energy as both sides pushed forward relentlessly.
In the 88th minute, just as the game seemed to be heading toward a draw, Necaxa made a key substitution. Ricardo Monreal, fresh from the bench, was about to make his impact felt.
Monreal capitalized on a loose ball in the Chivas box. With poise and precision, he made a swift half-turn and slotted the ball past the keeper into the corner, sealing Necaxa’s lead.
The Necaxa fans in the stands could hardly believe it. Monreal’s goal, coming in the dying minutes of the match, had given his side a crucial 3-2 lead.
For Chivas, this was a painful setback. Their first defeat of the season, and at home, no less, left them reflecting on what went wrong as they looked ahead to Matchday 3.
As the clock ticked into the 97th minute, Chivas were handed a lifeline. A penalty was awarded, giving Roberto Alvarado the chance to score his second goal of the tournament.
In a cool, composed manner, Alvarado took the penalty kick. With the crowd holding their breath, he slotted it home, reducing the deficit but still falling short of salvaging a point.
With the final whistle blowing shortly after Alvarado's penalty, Chivas had to accept their first defeat of the season. They would now head back to Guadalajara, determined to regroup and bounce back stronger in their next match.
On the other hand, Necaxa left the field with heads held high. Their victory was a testament to their resilience and tactical discipline, and they looked forward to their upcoming match against Atlético de San Luis.
Both teams now set their sights on future challenges. Chivas will host Tigres, aiming to recover quickly, while Necaxa prepares for their next adventure on the road, ready to keep their momentum going.