Analysis The numbers behind the result
Pachuca ruthlessly efficient despite Pumas' possession dominance
Pachuca's 3-0 victory was fully deserved, outperforming Pumas' xG of 0.29 with a clinical 1.15 xG conversion. Despite Pumas' 61% possession and 9 corners to Pachuca's 4, they managed only 2 shots on target from 9 attempts. Pachuca's lower possession (39%) translated into higher-quality chances, with 6 of their 15 shots testing the keeper.
Salomón Rondón's brace (32', 80') and Élías Montiel's opener (21') decided the game, with Pachuca scoring all three goals from just seven shots inside the box. Montiel also provided an assist, underlining his influence. Pumas' 87% pass accuracy in their build-up play failed to create clear chances, with only four shots from inside the box.
The decisive stat: Pachuca's 0.82 xG overperformance (1.15 xG to 3 goals) versus Pumas' -0.29 underperformance (0.29 xG to 0 goals) shows how ruthlessly the visitors exploited their limited opportunities.