Today at 7:30 PM, Chivas will face off against León in the final of the “Copa Morelos, El Torneo que Nos Une,” marking the first champion in the tournament’s history. The match will take place at the Agustín “Coruco” Díaz Stadium. Earlier in the day, at 5:00 PM, Cruz Azul and Atlante will compete for third place.
Chivas has brought their top squad, with the exception of their national team players who are currently participating in the 2025 Gold Cup. The team secured their spot in this exciting tournament by defeating Atlante 2-0. Under the guidance of Argentine coach Gabriel Milito, Chivas displayed an effective and aggressive style of play, although they might have scored more, had it not been for a stellar performance by Atlante’s goalkeeper Gabino Espinoza.
Notably, the match featured a self-goal by Daniel Aguirre and a second goal by Armando González, known as “La Hormiga.” The squad traveling with Chivas includes key players such as Óscar Whalley, Eduardo García, and Javier Hernández, among others.
On the side of León, they qualified for the final after a last-minute victory over Cruz Azul, coming back from a deficit to win 2-1 with goals from Sebastián Santos and Ettson Ayón. León’s lineup includes notable players like Alfonso Blanco and Stiven Barreiro.
In the earlier match, Atlante and Cruz Azul will clash to determine who finishes third in the tournament, setting the stage for a competitive finale.
This tournament highlights the potential of emerging talents within the teams, providing an exciting avenue for players to showcase their skills in front of fans. The atmosphere is expected to be electric as the teams fight for the inaugural championship title.