Monterrey came from behind to edge Mazatlán 3–2 with a brace in Monterrey vs Mazatlán match from Lucas Ocampos in a standout Apertura clash. Here’s the full recap, lineups, timeline, context & what’s next for the Rayados.
Monterrey vs Mazatlán Match Summary & Timeline
In a pulsating Liga MX Apertura Round 5 showdown at Estadio BBVA Bancomer, Monterrey completed a dramatic comeback to beat Mazatlán 3–2 — their fourth straight victory, lifting them to 12 points, level with Pachuca atop the standings.
- 13’ — José Esquivel stunned the home crowd with Mazatlán’s early opener.
- 15’ — Víctor Guzmán leveled with a poised header from a “Tecatito” Corona cross.
- 26’ — Lucas Ocampos struck following the goalkeeper’s save, giving Monterrey a lead.
- 45+5’ — Ocampos bagged his brace via a curling strike into the top corner after beating two defenders.
- 82’ — Edgar Bárcenas pulled one back for Mazatlán, setting up a nervy final stretch.
Background & Stakes
- Momentum Boost for Rayados: A resilient Monterrey side, under new manager Domènec Torrent, have made a statement — three straight wins, now tied atop the table.
- Revenge for Mazatlán: The Gunners had upset Monterrey earlier in the Clausura — their first win over Rayados in club history — so tonight’s result served sweet revenge.
- Transfer Momentum: Mazatlán have boosted their roster with key summer signings like Víctor André Alcaráz, Fábio Gomes, and Jair Díaz, while Monterrey added goalkeeper Santiago Mele.
Team Form & Table Snapshot
| Team | Form (W-D-L) | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterrey | 4 W – 0 D – 1 L | 12 | Tied 1st |
| Mazatlán | 1 W – 2 D – 2 L | 5 | Mid-table (11th) |
Monterrey’s confidence is soaring with 12 points from 5 games, while Mazatlán look to recover after a mixed start.
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— Rayados (@Rayados) August 18, 2025
Tactical Highlights & Lineups
- Monterrey (Domènec Torrent): Employed a dynamic 4–2–3–1, exploiting wide spaces and set pieces. Ocampos found form atop the unit, while creative links like Corona and Guzmán proved decisive.
- Mazatlán (Robert Siboldi): Leaned on discipline and countered well, opening the scoring through Esquivel. Their late press nearly sparked a comeback, with Bárcenas causing havoc.
Sofascore and ESPN provide detailed player ratings, exact lineups, substitutions, and heatmap data for both sides.
What Comes Next?
- Monterrey relish their position as early Apertura co-leaders. With confidence and cohesion on the rise, they’ll look to solidify in upcoming fixtures.
- Mazatlán, buoyed by summer reinforcements and battling spirit, will aim to stabilize ahead of their next league outing to climb the standings.