With Goals from Ocampos and De la Rosa, Monterrey Came from Behind to Take the Victory at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas
Well, folks, if you thought the Alamodome was just a venue for oversized cowboy boots and questionable nachos, think again! This Saturday, it was transformed into a battleground for the ages as Monterrey wrestled the win from the Tigers in their latest installment of the Royal Classic. The final score? A thrilling 2-1 that had fans buzzing louder than a beehive on a hot summer’s day!
The clash showcased not just football; it was a spectacle of rivalry played out in front of a raucous crowd in San Antonio, Texas. Let’s set the scene: Monterrey was coming off a season filled with ups and downs — think rollercoaster, but without the safety bars. And those Tigers? Well, they strutted into this match like they owned the place, with hopes of taking home the Royal Classic crown. Spoiler alert: they didn’t, but they certainly left their marks.
The match kicked off with the Tigers showing their prowess as they initially took the lead. An exquisite cross from Osvaldo Rodríguez found Nico Ibáñez, who plopped the ball into the net with all the grace of a cat landing on its feet — and trust me, these weren’t just any cats; they were decorated with all the team colors and fanfare, purring at their dominance.
🎯 Osvaldo’s assistance
🔥 Nico’s headbutt @Bitso pic.twitter.com/NRGFfT5PWe— Club Tigres 🐯 (@TigresOficial) October 13, 2024
Ah, the first half played out like a well-rehearsed play — the Tigers controlling the game like a diva holding the spotlight, creating chances left and right. Meanwhile, Monterrey was busy scheming and plotting like a football version of ‘Ocean’s Eleven’. It appeared that the script was unfolding perfectly for the Tigers. But as we all know, in football, it’s never over until the final whistle blows… unless, of course, you’ve already fallen asleep.
Just when the excitement seemed set to simmer down, Monterrey struck back with a bit of magic. A defensive blunder from Tigers at the back resulted in a golden opportunity for Monterrey as Oliver Torres delivered a pinpoint cross to Roberto de la Rosa. His header hit the post, and who was there to capitalize? None other than Lucas Ocampos, who sent in a header that shook the net — and quite possibly the foundations of the Alamodome.
¡Lucaaaaas!🔥🔥🔥
Let’s go for more, Rayados!💙🤍 #ScratchedLens @CodereMX https://t.co/MHynnAZPW0— Rayados (@Rayados) October 13, 2024
Now, Monterey’s confidence was through the roof, and the second half kicked off with a flourish! The Tigers briefly regained their momentum, but yet again, a catastrophic error by Fernando Gorriarán — who made the classic “What was I thinking?” play — gifted the ball over to Ocampos, who then set up De la Rosa for what would become the game-winning goal. Just like that, Monterrey flipped the script, and it was now the Tigers scrambling for answers as the scoreboard read 2-1.
Great play by Lucas Ocampos that helps Roberto De la Rosa get ahead on the scoreboard!🔥⚽
AND THE #RAYADOSTEXANS THEY SCREAMED THE GOAL IN A GREAT WAY!💪🏼Ⓜ️ #ScratchedLens @CodereMX https://t.co/7ObYHrDoOE— Rayados (@Rayados) October 13, 2024
Despite rolling the dice by introducing their superstar, André-Pierre Gignac, the Tigers fell victim to a disciplined Monterrey defense determined to hang on to their lead. Classic ‘defend and survive’ maneuvers were on full display as Monterrey dug in their heels like a mule refusing to move. And in the chaotic final moments, tempers flared! Who knew football could rival ‘EastEnders’ in terms of drama?
Héctor Moreno got tangled up with Gignac — a scene that looked like a schoolyard scrap, minus the swings and missed punches. After some heated words and shoving, both men received yellow cards, leaving the field as charged as a battery running low on juice.
In the end, Monterrey stormed out victorious, breathing fresh air into Martín Demichelis’s tenure and leaving the Tigers clutching at straws for their upcoming matches. One thing is for sure: the Royal Classic gave us a match of gut-wrenching excitement, comical errors, and the kind of passion we can only find in sports! So prepare yourselves, because we’re in for a wild ride as the League continues!
As we put this classic match back in the archives, let’s all agree: the only thing better than tacos and football is when your team comes out on top — especially against your biggest rivals!
With goals from Ocampos and De la Rosa, Monterrey came from behind to take the victory at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.
Monterrey victory 2-1 a Tigers in it Royal Classic 138 that they held this Saturday at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. A match that made clear the rivalry between both institutions.
Striped y Tigers They will hold two games in a week, the first one had the Pandilla team as the winner, which is filled with confidence to play the match of Liga MX which will take place at the BBVA Stadium.
Tigers The match began in a better way and they fairly took the lead on the scoreboard with a precise cross from the left by Osvaldo Rodríguez who found Nico Ibáñez. The Argentine only had to guide the ball into the goal to score the first goal.
🎯 Osvaldo’s assistance
🔥 Nico’s headbutt@Bitso pic.twitter.com/NRGFfT5PWe— Club Tigres 🐯 (@TigresOficial) October 13, 2024
The cats were better than their rivals, they had better options, they controlled the pace of the game and generated the best dangerous chances throughout the first half, while those led by Martín Demichelis sought to cross the rival field and build their game.
This match marked the first Royal Classic for Demichelis and Veljko Paunović, who lived on the edge of the technical area every minute of the game.
The Gang’s tie came through a ball that was lost Tigers at the exit. Oliver Torres crossed for Roberto de la Rosa, who headed and hit the base of the post. On the rebound, Lucas Ocampos hit a header and beat Nahuel Guzmán.
¡Lucaaaaas!🔥🔥🔥
Let’s go for more, Rayados!💙🤍 #ScratchedLens @CodereMX https://t.co/MHynnAZPW0
— Rayados (@Rayados) October 13, 2024
The cats were better during the first moments of the second half, but a new error condemned them on the scoreboard.
Fernando Gorriarán lost the ball in the safety zone when trying to burst from his first quarter of the field, which caused it to be left for Ocampos, who put in a powerful cross so that Roberto de la Rosa only had to push the ball to convert the second goal of the night.
Great play by Lucas Ocampos that helps Roberto De la Rosa get ahead on the scoreboard!🔥⚽
AND THE #RAYADOSTEXANS THEY SCREAMED THE GOAL IN A GREAT WAY!💪🏼Ⓜ️ #ScratchedLens @CodereMX https://t.co/7ObYHrDoOE
— Rayados (@Rayados) October 13, 2024
The disadvantage on the scoreboard led Veljko Paunović to bring André-Pierre Gignac onto the field, who was paired in attack with Nico Ibáñez. With a more powerful offense and a frontal game, the cats tried to match the score, but their rivals lowered the curtains and locked themselves in their field.
In the last minutes of the match, the spirit and rivalry of both teams was clear on the field. Héctor Moreno got involved twice with rivals. First with Juan Brunetta, who committed a foul on Víctor Guzmán and later with André-Pierre Gignac. Moreno and Gignac were reprimanded after the exchange of words and pushing that they experienced.
Monterrey gains confidence for the next week of work and gives air to a Demichelis who has been questioned for his time with Stripedwhile the Tigers They will arrive with the pressure of winning after succumbing to their greatest sporting rivals.
He #ClassicRegio in San Antonio it was painted Blue and White!💪🏼💙🤍
Don’t miss the #CrónicaRayada @HEB_Mexico of triumph 👇🏼https://t.co/Y9rnxLu7y3
— Rayados (@Rayados) October 13, 2024