Queretaro pulled off a stunning and valuable victory by defeating Chivas de Guadalajara 2-1 at the Estadio Akron. The Gallos Blancos showed character to come from behind and take all three points from a historically difficult venue.
Pablo Barrera, with a powerful strike from outside the box in the 35th minute, and Ángel Sepúlveda, with a headed goal from a Kevin Escamilla cross in the 71st, were the scorers for the visitors. Chivas had opened the scoring in the 11th minute through Roberto Alvarado, who capitalized on a defensive error to beat goalkeeper Gil Alcalá.
Queretaro manager Mauro Gerk outlined the game plan after the match. "We knew we had to be solid at the back and take our chances, the team executed the plan perfectly," the coach stated. The win allows Queretaro to add three key points in their aim to climb the standings and distance themselves from the relegation zone.
The match had moments of intensity, with Chivas pushing for an equalizer during the final minutes. However, the defense marshalled by Omar Mendoza and the security provided by Alcalá in goal preserved the lead. This victory represents an important breather for Gerk's project, which seeks to bring stability to the team after an irregular start to the tournament.
With this result, Queretaro improves its outlook in the overall table. Fans can check the team's upcoming schedule on the fixtures page and review the full roster in the squad section. The next challenge for the Gallos will be at home, where they will try to maintain their positive momentum.
Manager Mauro Gerk confirmed the team is maintaining its good form after the win against Chivas. "The confidence is high and the group is very united," the strategist declared on September 29. Querétaro, fourth in Liga MX with 17 points, heads into its next match on a five-game unbeaten run (3 wins and 2 draws).
