Liga MX Femenil Matchday 8: Goals, Drama, and Last-Minute Heroes

The latest Liga MX Femenil matchday delivered emotions, goals, and matches decided by finishing power and defensive resilience. From historic goal fests to dramatic victories in the dying minutes, every game reflected the growing intensity of the competition and the ever-rising level of play.

Teams showcased different styles: some capitalized on clinical finishing in the final third to secure three points, while others relied on defensive strength and mental toughness to rescue results in the closing stages. This mix of approaches created highly entertaining clashes for fans, where every goal shifted the momentum.

The round was also highlighted by standout individual performances—decisive braces from strikers, the composure of young players making their mark, and the influence of international stars. Each side left lessons to be analyzed, from their strengths to the areas that need improvement heading into the next round.

Sunday, August 24

Atlético San Luis 3-0 Necaxa

Atlético San Luis waited for their moment and struck late to seal a comfortable win over Necaxa. Aidinn López broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute, before Rebeca Contreras and María Sánchez closed out the game with goals in the final minutes, showing the home side’s efficiency in the decisive stages.

Statistically, both teams created similar chances, with four shots on target for San Luis against three from Necaxa, along with seven corners each. However, San Luis proved more clinical in front of goal, while Necaxa struggled to convert their opportunities.

Monday, August 25

Pumas 1-0 Club Tijuana

An early strike from Angelina Hix in the 27th minute was enough to give Pumas all three points against Club Tijuana. The game was defined by intensity and constant interruptions in midfield battles, which resulted in numerous yellow cards and red cards, including the expulsion of Pumas’ coach and a Tijuana assistant.

The numbers reflected a balanced contest: Pumas registered seven shots on target compared to six from Tijuana, and dominated in corners with nine. However, their eight offside calls revealed a lack of control in attack, while both sides suffered from disciplinary issues that influenced the flow of the match.

Puebla 0-2 León

León showed patience and took advantage of key moments to claim victory away at Puebla. Alondra Camargo opened the scoring just before halftime, while Trudi Carter secured the result with a late strike, as León’s composure in front of goal made the difference.

Puebla tried to respond with two shots on target and seven corners but lacked precision in the final third. León, with only three shots on target, was far more efficient and managed the pace of the game well, demonstrating maturity to hold their lead until the end.

Juárez 2-1 Mazatlán

Juárez came from behind to earn an important win over Mazatlán. The visitors took the lead in the 28th minute through Yoselyn López, but Hana Soto leveled before halftime. Bianca Mora then scored a dramatic winner in stoppage time to complete the turnaround.

The Bravas dominated in attack, registering 16 corners compared to just three for Mazatlán. Despite falling behind early, Juárez controlled possession and created more danger, eventually securing a deserved victory in thrilling fashion.

Tuesday, August 26

Querétaro 0-7 Tigres

Tigres delivered an offensive masterclass with a resounding 7-0 win away at Querétaro. Diana Ordóñez, Jennifer Hermoso, and Sandra Mayor set the tone before the hour mark, while Chrestinah Kgatlana, Cristina Ferral, and Jheniffer da Silva added to the rout.

Querétaro did manage six shots on target but could not withstand Tigres’ relentless attack. With 11 shots on goal and ruthless finishing, the visitors reaffirmed their status as one of the league’s most dominant and feared teams.

Cruz Azul 4-3 Toluca

In one of the most thrilling matches of the round, Cruz Azul edged Toluca in dramatic fashion thanks to a late brace from Aerial Chavarin. An own goal from Victoria López and a strike from Daniela Calderón had earlier contributed to the tally, while Toluca relied on the brilliance of Eugénie Le Sommer, who scored a superb hat trick.

The stats highlighted the close nature of the clash, with Cruz Azul managing four shots on target compared to five from Toluca. However, the Celestes’ determination in the final minutes and Chavarin’s heroics delivered a memorable victory for the home side.

Pachuca 3-1 Atlas

Pachuca showed resilience after going behind and ultimately claimed a convincing win over Atlas. Renata Huerta gave the visitors the lead in the 25th minute, but Myra Delgadillo equalized soon after. In the second half, Chinwendu Ihezuo and Marcia García completed the comeback to secure a 3-1 victory.

The Tuzas were superior in attack, with six shots on target compared to four from Atlas. Their control in midfield and patience to find spaces proved crucial as Pachuca secured an important three points at home.

Chivas 1-1 Monterrey

Chivas and Monterrey battled to a hard-fought draw in a game full of intensity. Monterrey struck first through Lucía García in the 7th minute, but Guadalajara fought until the very end, with Adriana Iturbide scoring a dramatic equalizer in the 87th.

In terms of stats, Monterrey had more efficiency with seven shots on target, while Chivas pressed with 10 corners and consistent pressure. The game also had disciplinary drama, as Chivas coach Antonio Contreras was sent off, underlining how fiercely contested the match was.

Thursday, August 28

Club América 6-3 Santos Laguna

The Estadio Azteca witnessed a goal-fest as América overpowered Santos in a 6-3 thriller. Irene Guerrero opened the scoring early, and although the visitors responded with strikes from Nabweteme, Ikechukwu, and Alexa Hernández, América’s attack proved unstoppable with goals from Scarlett Camberos, Bruna Vilamala, a Montserrat Saldivar brace, and an own goal in their favor.

América dominated possession and attacking opportunities, recording seven shots on target and 14 corners. Santos showed bravery with three goals of their own but ultimately could not keep up with América’s relentless offensive rhythm, resulting in a spectacular home victory.

Liga MX Femenil Matchday 8: Summary

The matchday did not disappoint, delivering a spectacle full of intensity and unexpected results. Between comebacks, dramatic draws, and displays of offensive power, one thing became clear: Liga MX Femenil continues to grow in competitiveness and excitement, cementing itself as one of the most attractive leagues in the region.

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