Overview

• Javier Casillas put Venados ahead in the 10th minute after a sweeping move initiated by goalkeeper Arturo Delgado.
• Alonso Flores leveled with a 45+4' header and Francisco “Tony” Figueroa made it 2-1 for the visitors at 57', before Juan Calero equalized at 70'.
• In added time, Omar Islas saw his penalty saved by Delgado, denying Morelia a late winner.
• Morelia rose to 8 points in seventh place as Venados stayed on 5 in eleventh, with Mérida still seeking a first home win of the tournament.
• Morelia is winless in four straight away matches dating to April 26 and next hosts Dorados on September 13, while Venados visit Cancún FC.