Matchday 3 of the Liga MX Femenil brought all the action with plenty of goals.
This weekend, we saw teams starting to click, whilst others still struggling to adapt, and some displaying impressive individual talent.
The action kicked off on Thursday without major surprises: Atlas returned to winning form, and Toluca—boosted by their new signings—earned a solid away victory against Tijuana.
In Friday’s lone match, Querétaro visited Monterrey in a hotly contested fixture.
On Sunday, Pumas kept their momentum going against Necaxa, while León faced Clausura runners-up Club América.
Monday saw Cruz Azul fall met Atlético San Luis as Santos Laguna played host to Tigres Femenil.
Closing out the matchday, reigning champions Pachuca returned to action after postponing their Matchday 2 game against Chivas due to the Campeón de Campeonas tournament, visiting Mazatlán.
Thursday, July 24
Atlas 2-0 Puebla
Goals came from Brenda Cerén and Renata Huerta as Atlas returned to winning ways, taking all three points at home against Puebla.
Las Rojinegras looked much improved across all areas of the field. This victory gives them the chance to regain confidence as they build on throughout the Apertura.
Tijuana 1-3 Toluca
Toluca grow stronger with each match, showing both individual and collective quality that clearly translates into results.
A brace from summer signing Eugénie Le Sommer and a goal from Betzy Cuevas secured all three points for the visitors. Despite a goal from Danielle Fuentes to close the gap, it was nothing more than a consolation for the hosts.
Friday, July 25
Monterrey 4-2 Querétaro
Las Rayadas are starting to find their form, with a brace from Christina Burkenroad, a goal by Alice Soto, and a penalty converted by Emily Gielnik. Monterrey claimed a much-needed home win.
Emily Flores and Alexa Herrera scored for the visitors, but it wasn’t enough against a high-caliber side like Monterrey, especially on home turf.
Sunday, July 27
Pumas 1-0 Necaxa
Silvina Flores, who has been emerging as a key player for Pumas this season, scored the game’s only goal, securing three points at home. Pumas are steadily climbing the table and turning heads as the tournament progresses.
León 0-3 Club América
Club América is beginning to gain momentum with goals from Kiana Palacios, Irene Guerrero, and Kimberly Rodríguez, earning a convincing away win against a strong opposition.
León tried to close the gap, but the match became much harder after Selene Cortés was sent off in the 67th minute with a second yellow card, allowing Las Águilas to take full control.
Monday, July 28
Cruz Azul 0-1 Atlético San Luis
The first major upset of the round came when San Luis defeated Cruz Azul at La Noria. Leighanne Robe was sent off in the 75th minute, and just three minutes later, Kimberlin Galicia scored the winning goal that sealed a surprise three points for the visitors.
Santos Laguna 0-2 Tigres
Tigres continues their strong start to the season, powered by their new signings. Goals from Diana Ordóñez and María Sánchez gave them a comfortable away victory in Torreón. The reinforcements are already paying off, making Tigres look like early contenders once again.
Mazatlán 0-9 Pachuca
Saving the very best until last, Pachuca crushed Mazatlán in style.
Las Tuzas currently seem unstoppable after lifting the Campeón de Campeonas title. With five goals from legendary top scorer Charlyn Corral, Jocelyn Orejel, Natalia Mauleón, Daniela Flores, Nayeli Díaz, and the final goal by Marcia García to close out the match, Pachuca continues to grow stronger and made that clear with a dominant display away from home.
Liga MX Femenil Apertura Summary:
Matchday 3 of the Liga MX Femenil showcased a mix of expected results and surprising upsets, and scorelines of unimaginable margin. Clubs like Tigres, América, and Toluca continue to build momentum, while others like Pumas and Atlas show promising signs of growth.
Meanwhile, teams such as Cruz Azul and León face early challenges that could shape their campaigns moving forward. With standout performances from both veterans and new signings, the league promises an exciting and competitive season ahead as teams fight to climb the table and solidify their place as playoff contenders.