Chivas bounce back to defeat Cruz Azul

Chivas came back from a 1-0 deficit to get a 2-1 win at home over Cruz Azul. In a very even match that at times wasn’t of great level, the home team got a deserved win over a defensive Cruz Azul. The win now places Chivas a point away from qualifying as a Top 4 team, which means direct qualification to the Liguilla and they are primed to do so as they face last placed Mazatlan FC at home to close out the season.

Both teams came out with solid lineups, although Chivas were missing Jesus Orozco (suspension) and Roberto Alvarado (Injury). The match was very even with neither team creating any danger. A pass into the area found Pavel Perez, whose shot went just wide. A free kick into the area…