Guadalajara and Tigres drew 0-0 in the first leg of the Clausura 2023 Grand Final, so everything will be decided at the Akron Stadium next Sunday. In this context, how good was the draw for Chivas?
General overview
El Rebaño managed to keep a clean sheet in the first leg, which is undoubtedly excellent news for everyone. Despite the fact that ball possession favored Tigres (62%), they did not have as many clear chances on the red and white goal.
How did Guadalajara play?
It is a fact that it was not one of Chivas' best offensive nights, as they were unable to create long, fluid possessions in the feline field. However, the Rebaño showed a very important and necessary strength for this type of game: The effective defense of the box.
There were many high balls with which Tigres sought to generate danger, but the defense led by Antonio Briseño prevailed in most of the duels, thus preventing Gignac and Ibañez from appearing.
Does the draw benefit either of the two?
The result is good for Guadalajara, because in a Final it is very important to be in good spirits and playing in front of the support of your fans is and will be a plus. Chiverío chose to leave everything for the second leg and let's hope it gives positive results.
TOP 3
- Roberto Alvarado: The 'Piojo' is still on fire, as his dribbling and drag flicks have opened the sea for Guadalajara. He was vital against América and perhaps the most influential against Tigres.
- Fernando Beltrán: He showed nerves of steel with the ball. He was the player who most often handled the ball and gave Chiverío tranquility, in addition to making several ball steals in the midfield.
- Antonio Briseño: He won almost all his aerial duels and was also a good resource in ball distribution.
