The recent clash between CF Pachuca and Club Santos Laguna on January 21, 2025, was a thrilling encounter that showcased the competitive spirit of Liga MX
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. The match took place at Estadio Hidalgo in Pachuca de Soto, with Pachuca emerging victorious with a 2-1 score
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The game started with an intense pace as both teams fought for dominance
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. CF Pachuca took the lead early in the first half when Tahiel Jiménez scored an own goal at the 30th minute
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. The goal came from a corner kick that caught the Santos Laguna defense off guard
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. Just before halftime, Emilio Rodríguez doubled Pachuca’s lead with a powerful strike, making it 2-0 at the break
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Santos Laguna fought back in the second half, and their efforts paid off when José Macías converted a penalty at the 88th minute, reducing the deficit to 2-1
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. Despite their late surge, Santos Laguna couldn’t find the equalizer, and Pachuca held on to secure the win
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The victory was crucial for Pachuca as it marked their first win of the Clausura 2025 season, while Santos Laguna continued to struggle, remaining winless in their first two matches
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. The win also propelled Pachuca to the 6th position in the standings, while Santos Laguna found themselves at the bottom of the table
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The match was not without controversy, as Santos Laguna’s Cristian Dájome was sent off in the 44th minute for a reckless challenge, leaving his team with a numerical disadvantage for the majority of the game
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. Despite the setback, Santos Laguna showed great resilience and nearly staged a comeback in the final minutes.
Pachuca’s coach, Guillermo Almada, praised his team’s performance, highlighting the importance of securing three points early in the season
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. On the other hand, Santos Laguna’s coach, Fernando Ortiz, acknowledged the tough loss but remained optimistic about his team’s potential to bounce back in future matches
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The rivalry between CF Pachuca and Club Santos Laguna has always been intense, with both teams having a history of close encounters
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. Over the years, they have faced each other numerous times, with Pachuca holding a slight
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