In a thrilling encounter at Estadio La Corregidora, Querétaro and Club León played to a dramatic 1-1 draw on April 5, 2025. The match, part of Liga MX's 14th matchday, saw both teams striving for much-needed points as they faced contrasting fortunes in the league.
Club León came into this match looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2-1 loss to Pumas UNAM, while Querétaro was eager to recover from a 2-0 defeat against Necaxa. The stakes were high for León, who aimed to solidify their position in the top tier of the league, currently sitting third with 26 points. On the other hand, Querétaro found themselves hovering just above the relegation zone in 14th place with only 13 points.
The match kicked off with both teams displaying an aggressive approach, but it was León who struck first, with a goal from Salvador Reyes in the 30th minute. The assist came from their star player, James Rodríguez, whose vision and passing ability were on full display. The crowd erupted as Reyes found the back of the net, giving León a much-needed lead.
However, Querétaro was not to be outdone. The home side responded with determination, and just before halftime, rookie Aldahir Pérez leveled the score with a well-placed shot that left León's goalkeeper, Oscar Jiménez, helpless. This equalizer came as a relief for Querétaro, who had been struggling to find their form in recent weeks.
As the second half progressed, both teams pushed for the winning goal. León maintained more possession and created several opportunities, but Querétaro's defense held firm. The match saw several key moments, including a yellow card for James Rodríguez, who was involved in numerous attacking plays but also faced heavy challenges from the Querétaro defenders.
In the closing minutes, both teams had chances to secure the win. León's Jhonder Cádiz came close with a powerful shot that was expertly saved by Hernández, the Querétaro goalkeeper. The tension in the stadium was palpable as the match entered its final moments, with both teams desperate for a three-point haul.
Despite a flurry of late chances, including a near-miss from Querétaro's Pablo Barrera, the match ended in a stalemate. The result left León with a record of 8 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, while Querétaro continued to search for consistency in their campaign.
León's coach, Eduardo Berizzo, expressed frustration at the missed opportunities but remained optimistic about his team's potential. "We created enough chances to win the game, but we need to be more clinical in front of goal," he said in the post-match press conference.
Meanwhile, Querétaro's coach, Benjamín Mora, praised his team's resilience. "We showed great character to come back and earn a point against a strong opponent. This will give us confidence moving forward," he stated.
Looking ahead, León will need to regroup as they prepare for their next match, hoping to reclaim their spot in the top two of the Liga MX standings. Meanwhile, Querétaro will aim to build on this performance as they seek to climb further away from the relegation zone.
As the season progresses, both teams will be keeping a close eye on the standings, with León aiming for a playoff spot and Querétaro fighting to secure their place in the league for another season.
