Analysis The numbers behind the result
Necaxa dominate Monterrey despite red card
Necaxa's 2-1 victory was fully deserved, as they controlled the game with 65% possession and outshot Monterrey 18 to 6. Despite Monterrey's early red card, Necaxa's superior shot quality was evident with 11 shots inside the box compared to Monterrey's 4. Julián Carranza opened the scoring in the 56th minute, and Jefferson Valencia sealed the win with a late goal in stoppage time. Monterrey's only goal came from a penalty by Lucas Ocampos in the 67th minute.
Necaxa's dominance in the game was reflected in their 9 shots on target, forcing Monterrey's goalkeeper into 7 saves. Monterrey, reduced to 10 men after Stefan Medina's red card in the 20th minute, struggled to cope with Necaxa's relentless attack. The home side's tactical discipline and effective substitutions ensured they capitalized on their numerical advantage.
The decisive stat was Necaxa's total shots, with 18 attempts demonstrating their attacking intent and control over the match. Monterrey's inability to match Necaxa's intensity, even before the red card, underscores the home side's comprehensive performance.