In a thrilling match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Venados de Yucatán managed to snatch a last-minute equalizer against Correcaminos de la Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas, finishing in a 1-1 draw on March 20, 2025, at the Marte R. Gómez stadium. The game, part of the 11th matchday of the Clausura 2025 in the Liga Expansión MX, featured a whirlwind of action, including stunning saves, rapid counterattacks, and a nail-biting finish.
Correcaminos opened the scoring early in the match, with Joel Martínez finding the back of the net just nine minutes in. The Uruguayan striker's left-footed finish came from a well-coordinated play initiated by Fabián Salas, who sped down the left flank and delivered a perfect center, setting the tone for the orange squad's offense.
The locals showcased a strong performance throughout the first half, with Correcaminos dominating in terms of chances created. Their goalkeeper, Rubén Castellanos, played a key role, making several crucial saves to keep the scoreline intact and ensuring his team went into halftime with a narrow 1-0 lead.
Despite their strong start, Correcaminos struggled to extend their lead in the second half. They maintained the pressure and even had a penalty opportunity at the 61st minute, only to see Castellanos become the hero once again, saving the penalty kick and denying Venados an equalizer.
However, with the clock ticking down, Venados refused to back down. As the match entered injury time, it was Néstor Vidrio who wrote the final chapter. In the 90+6th minute, he executed a flawless diving header, redirecting the ball into the net, much to the delight of the fans traveling from Yucatán.
This last-gasp goal changed the mood in the stadium, giving Venados a critical point on the road. With this result, they now have amassed 16 points, positioning themselves securely in the fourth spot of the league table. Correcaminos, with 15 points, climbed to seventh place, signaling a tightly contested race as the season progresses.
Venados coach Rigoberto Esparza emphasized his players' determination, stating, “we are working the best way and it's important to close as well as possible. We are there in the top positions, and we want to keep climbing,” outlining his aspirations for the team as they aim for the playoffs.
On the other hand, Correcaminos' coach, Héctor Eugui, reflected on the match, acknowledging the importance of taking advantage of their leads. He expressed a sense of disappointment for not securing all three points despite a strong start and missed opportunities to extend the lead, particularly with the saved penalty.
Looking ahead, Correcaminos will face Atlético Morelia on March 29, 2025, at 17:00 hours, needing to channel the lessons learned from this match into a more favorable result that will boost their standing in the league.
The match displayed the intense competitiveness that characterizes Liga Expansión MX, with both teams displaying skill and resilience as they battle for playoff positions. Fans can expect an exciting continuation of the season as the teams strive to secure their places in the postseason.
