Chivas draw with Puebla, missing chance to cement Liguilla spot

Chivas missed an opportunity to solidify their position in the Liguilla playoff zone, drawing 1-1 with Puebla in a match where they largely controlled the game. The team, coached by Gabriel Milito, dominated possession and created numerous scoring chances at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc.

Puebla, however, managed to take the lead in the 26th minute through Eduardo Mustre, capitalizing on a defensive error and a quick counter-attack. Goalkeeper Ricardo Gutiérrez and the Puebla post frustrated Chivas's attempts to equalize for much of the match.

Roberto Alvarado, a key player for Chivas, once again came to the team's rescue in the 63rd minute, scoring with a skillful strike after a quick corner kick. While the goal secured a point, it was not enough to secure the win that the team's performance seemed to warrant. The draw highlights Chivas's ongoing struggles with finishing, a problem that has plagued them in the early stages of the tournament and may require a break during the Leagues Cup to address.