Idrissi Stuns America as Pachuca Snatch 2-1 Win

Club America 1-2 CF Pachuca: Liga MX Apertura Round 14

The Estadio Azteca fell silent as Oussama Idrissi’s 74th-minute winner capped Pachuca’s smash-and-grab 2-1 victory over Club America, flipping the script on a night where the hosts dominated possession but not the scoreboard.

Pachuca’s Early Punch

Against all statistical logic, it was the visitors who struck first. Alan Bautista silenced the home crowd after just 12 minutes, pouncing on misplaced defensive composure. America goalkeeper Luis Malagón’s outstretched fingertips couldn’t keep out the low drive. The early advantage forced Pachuca into defensive shape as wave after wave of yellow shirts pressed forward.

America’s Fury Unleashed

Henry Martín’s equalizer seconds after halftime sent beer showers cascading down the terraces. Erick Sánchez’s threaded pass found the striker’s run, and Martín buried it past Carlos Moreno with the authority of a man who’d seen 21 shots rain toward Pachuca’s goal. The numbers told the story – 59% possession, 21 total shots, 11 inside the box – but only one rattled the net.

Pachuca’s Counter-Attacking Masterclass

Just as America’s pressure seemed inevitable, Idrissi delivered the sucker punch. Salomón Rondón’s hold-up play and vision released the Moroccan down the left, his finish through Malagón’s legs sparking wild celebrations from the pocket of travelling fans. America threw everything forward – Miguel Borja and Israel Reyes added from the bench – but Pachuca’s last-ditch blocks (7 total) and Moreno’s heroics (7 saves) preserved their lead through eight agonizing added minutes.

What This Means For Liga MX’s Apertura

The result leaves America ruing missed chances (2.74 xG vs. Pachuca’s 0.54) as their title charge stutters. For Benjamin Mora’s Pachuca, this smash-and-grab epitomizes their tournament – clinical when it matters, resilient when tested. With the playoffs looming, these three stolen points could be the difference between hosting rights and highway trips.

Key Moments

12′ ⚽ CF Pachuca — Alan Bautista

46′ ⚽ Club America — Henry Martin (assist: Erick Sánchez)

74′ ⚽ CF Pachuca — Oussama Idrissi (assist: Salomón Rondón)