CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, enero 13 (EL UNIVERSAL).- Rayados made a successful start to the double-header of the Clausura 2026 tournament, defeating Necaxa 2-0 during their visit to Victoria Stadium in Aguascalientes.
Despite the victory, there remains skepticism regarding whether this version of Monterrey truly meets the expectations of its fans. With this win, Monterrey has now secured its ninth consecutive victory over Necaxa. Last season, the team under coach Domenec Torrent also managed a string of similar wins, yet faltered in key matches against title contenders, raising concerns about their consistency.
Germán Berterame opened the scoring in the 15th minute, followed by a goal from rising star Iker Fimbres in the 31st minute, demonstrating their potential. However, after a strong first half, Monterrey appeared to withdraw, possibly due to fatigue or a strategic decision, as they did not capitalize on their early lead.
Necaxa struggled to create significant goal-scoring opportunities, and the second half lacked excitement. Monterrey, fielding six changes in the lineup—a trend under the Spanish coach—will travel to Mazatlán next, aiming for a second consecutive win following their earlier setback at home against the reigning Mexican champions.
Meanwhile, Necaxa, led by Martín Varini, will be looking to rebound as they prepare to face Atlas. The sudden dip in performance after their emphatic win against Santos Laguna highlights the need for consistency in their play.
This match serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the tournament, where every win must be seen in context, and the journey for both teams continues as they seek stability and success in the coming fixtures.