The final stage of the regular season for Venados F.C. in the Liga de Expansión MX ended with a 3-0 victory over Leones Negros de la UDG, securing the Yucatán-based team’s spot in the playoffs, or “Liguilla.” This crucial match took place at the Carlos Iturralde Rivero Stadium, where Venados were determined to solidify their ranking in the top part of the table.
From the start, Venados showed aggressive play, taking control after Sleyther Lora scored the opening goal at 15 minutes. Lora’s goal set the tone, and despite a competitive back-and-forth in the first half, Venados maintained their lead. The match’s intensity was underscored by multiple yellow cards, with three cautions in the first half alone. Venados kept pushing, and Lora added another goal in the 60th minute, widening the lead to 2-0. Shortly after, Leones Negros were reduced to ten players following the ejection of their captain, Arturo Ledesma. The match was finally sealed by Luis Calzadilla’s header, marking his fourth consecutive game with a goal and establishing the 3-0 scoreline.
This victory marked Venados’ unbeaten record at home in the regular season and placed them in the fifth position with 22 points and a +14 goal differential. As a result, Venados are now preparing for their quarterfinal matchup, most likely against Celaya, based on the standings.