Cruz Azul and Rayados had a lively match at times, but in the end it remained a 0-0 match. The score is a huge benefit to Monterrey, who have the better record and thus an aggregate tie would end up giving them the ticket into the Semifinals. Cruz Azul had the slightly better chances, but in the end neither team dominated and the score was a fair result. They will face each other on Saturday for the second leg in Monterrey.
The first half started with both teams coming in with their best available lineups, although Rogelio Funes Mori was on the bench to start the match for the visitors as he was still injured.