Pachuca Femenil showcased their growing dominance in the Liga MX Femenil with a decisive 5-0 victory over Atlético de San Luis during Jornada 5 of the Clausura 2025, reinforcing their competitive edge as they vie for the top position.
The match took place at the Estadio Hidalgo, where Pachuca came out guns blazing right from the kickoff. Just one minute had passed when Ella Sánchez opened the scoring for the Tuzas. Sánchez received the ball following a collective play and fired off an unstoppable right-footed shot, leaving Atlético goalkeeper Ana Zárate stranded as Pachuca took a 1-0 lead.
Just two minutes later, Charlyn Corral's teammate Chinwendu Ihezuo added to the tally with a powerful header from close range, following Kenti Robles' effective cross, making it 2-0 before the match was even five minutes old. The pace and aggression demonstrated by Pachuca's offense set the tone for what was to come.
Corral herself got on the scoresheet at the 29th minute, driving the ball past Zárate with definitive force and finesse, bringing the score to 3-0. The winger's powerful strike reinforced her reputation as one of the leading attackers. This effort marked the continuation of her scoring streak, propelling the Tuzas firmly onto the offensive front.
The second half began much like the first had ended, with Pachuca maintaining pressure on the Atlético defense. Just five minutes after the restart, Corral showcased her exceptional skill by scoring directly from a free-kick, bringing the score to 4-0. Spectacularly, she curled the ball over the wall and past Zárate, leaving fans and critics alike awestruck at her proficiency.
Corral wasn’t done there. Seventy-five minutes through the match, she netted her hat-trick – the second of the season – by tapping the ball in from close range after chaos ensued inside the box. This move capped off the swift sequence of play, sealing the emphatic 5-0 scoreline. Her three goals illustrated not only her prowess but also her growing influence on the team's offensive plays this season.
This strong victory positioned Pachuca Femenil firmly in the second spot of the league table with 13 points, just behind Club América. Their effective offensive display was underscored by the fact they now hold 19 goals scored so far this season, making them the second-best offensive team behind América's 22.
The performance from the Pachuca squad demonstrated not only their attacking fluency but also their resolve to continue climbing the league ranks. With this win, they hope to build on their momentum as they prepare for upcoming matches, including their significant matchup against Club América scheduled for February 3rd.
Conversely, this defeat marked the end of Atlético de San Luis’ recent good form, having struggled against the aggressive plays orchestrated by the Tuzas. Following the match, San Luis head coach Ignacio Quintana emphasized the need for the team to learn from their mistakes, particularly those committed during the early minutes of the game.
Corral's standout performance not only increased her personal goal tally to nine for the season but also solidified her status as the league's leading scorer, distancing herself from her closest rivals. This output is indicative of her role as captain and key player for the Tuzas.
Looking forward, both teams will aim to keep building on their strategies. Pachuca will eagerly seek another victory to extend their successful run, whereas San Luis will aim to bounce back quickly from this heavy defeat as they prepare for their next encounter against Santos Laguna.
The match served as another reminder of the competitive spirit of the Liga MX Femenil, showcasing the talent and determination of Pachuca Femenil as they chart their course through the current season.