Monterrey Defeats Puebla In Thrilling Liga MX Clash
Monterrey Defeats Puebla In Thrilling Liga MX Clash...
Monterrey secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Puebla in a high-stakes Liga MX match on Sunday, April 27, keeping their playoff hopes alive. The game, held at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, drew significant attention from U.S. soccer fans due to its implications for the league standings and the growing popularity of Mexican football stateside.
German Berterame scored the winning goal in the 78th minute, breaking a 1-1 deadlock after Puebla's Guillermo MartÃnez had equalized earlier in the second half. Monterrey's Rogelio Funes Mori opened the scoring in the 34th minute with a clinical finish, setting the stage for the late-game drama.
The match is trending in the U.S. today as Liga MX continues to outperform MLS in American television ratings. With large Mexican-American communities following the league closely, key matches often trend nationally. This particular game gained extra attention due to Monterrey's status as one of Mexico's most popular clubs and the playoff implications for both teams.
Social media reactions highlighted Monterrey goalkeeper Esteban Andrada's crucial late save in the 89th minute that preserved the lead. Puebla fans expressed frustration over a disallowed goal in the 63rd minute that could have changed the game's outcome.
The victory moves Monterrey into fifth place in the Liga MX table with 26 points, while Puebla remains in 12th with 18 points. Both teams have two matches remaining in the Clausura tournament, with Monterrey now favored to secure a playoff spot.
U.S. broadcasters Univision and TUDN reported strong viewership numbers for the match, particularly in border states like Texas and California. The growing American interest in Liga MX reflects the league's strategic marketing efforts and the increasing quality of play compared to MLS.
Monterrey will face Cruz Azul in their next match on May 3, while Puebla takes on Atlas the same day. Both games will be available on U.S. television, ensuring the league maintains its visibility among American soccer fans during the crucial final stretch of the season.
