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Juárez Beats León 2-0 as VAR Penalty, Late Red Card Shape Apertura Race

The win propelled Juárez to sixth place, heightening questions over Eduardo Berizzo at struggling León.

Overview

  • Óscar Estupiñán converted a first‑half penalty awarded after VAR review for a foul on José Luis 'Puma' Rodríguez.
  • Rodríguez added the second around the 62nd minute by finishing a rebound off the crossbar following a Madson header.
  • León finished with 10 men after Stiven Barreiro was sent off for a second yellow late in the match.
  • Juárez reached 18 points in sixth place, while León stayed on 12 in tenth, tightening the mid‑table fight for Liguilla berths.
  • The result marked Juárez’s fourth straight home win since promotion, as Berizzo said he would not decide on resignation immediately and would consult with his staff.