Guadalajara continues to be in great shape and, beyond the good numbers so far in the Clausura 2023, the team has shown great improvement in its footballing performance. Below, we will explain the keys to Chivas' 2-0 win over Santos.
The game's procedure:
The 90' were dominated by the red-and-whites based on what they did with and without the ball. The most dangerous plays were generated by Chivas, who took advantage of their good pressure on the way out or after losses to force Santos to make mistakes.
One of the most notable things about the match is that the Rebaño did not suffer at any point in the match, as although the Laguneros tried to put in some crosses to make Chiverío move back a few meters, they were unable to do so. Veljko Paunovic's men showed a very high level of concentration last night to avoid giving any advantage to their opponents.
The origin of the goals:
Both goals came from set tactics, a subject in which Guadalajara has given a lot to talk about in the Clausura 2023. The first showed us the extraordinary striking of 'Piojo' and Guzmán's ability to charge the box. It was a play that the Rebaño's technical staff designed especially for the match against Santos, which is why they worked on it repeatedly throughout the week.
In the second goal, it is worth highlighting Beltrán's confidence to kick at the goal from long distance. In the first minutes of the match he came within a whisker of opening the scoring with a shot that went to the post, however later he was able to take the thorn out of his side.
The 3 most outstanding players:
- Alan Mozo: The Guadalajara right back is not only fine in defensive duels, as his contribution with the ball is being fundamental for Chivas to progress in that area. His impact is not limited to just sending crosses because he has improved his interpretation to associate with those close to him. He is undoubtedly one of the best defenders so far this tournament.
- Rubén González: The game against Santos was a concert of steals for the Rebaño midfielder. He covered many meters wide and with the ball he was attentive, both in finding passes between the lines and activating the distant players.
- Roberto Alvarado: Last night he showed his individual technique, both in providing the assist for the first goal and in dribbling past opponents and keeping the ball away from the red and white goal. He received his call-up to the national team and has responded with flying colors through the first 10 games.
