Pachuca managed to secure a crucial draw against Club América in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semi-final first-leg clash at the Estadio Azteca. The intense match saw both teams battling it out for a spot in the final, with Pachuca aiming to continue their impressive form against América in knockout competitions.
The game kicked off with an early goal from United States international Alejandro Zendejas, who found the back of the net for América from the right-wing, giving the home team the lead. However, Pachuca quickly responded with Norman Micolta scoring from a set-piece to level the score on the night, securing a valuable away goal.
Despite América’s dominance in possession throughout the game, they struggled to capitalize on their chances and failed to take the lead to the Estadio Hidalgo. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, setting up an intriguing second-leg showdown between the two teams.
The winner of the second-leg will face off against the victor of the Monterrey vs. Columbus Crew match in the final, adding further excitement to the tournament. Football fans can look forward to an action-packed conclusion to the CONCACAF Champions Cup as the competition reaches its climax.
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