Bravos de Juárez pressed forward with audacious intent and secured a decisive victory over UNAM at the border, signaling a strong start to their campaign. The MX league season 2023 kicked off its fifth matchday with Juárez hosting UNAM on Tuesday, August 22, at the Benito Juárez Olympic Stadium. The game unfolded with a clear statement from the home side, who seized control early and never let go, charging out of the gates with energy and purpose.
After 90 minutes of relentless football near the frontier, Bravos de Juárez walked away with a 4-1 win over UNAM. The hosts dominated the opening half, building a 3-0 cushion that set the rhythm for the afternoon. Although the Auriazules found a lifeline late in the match through a goal from Chino Huera, Juárez replied with a late strike by Avilés Hurtado, converting a penalty to seal the victory and seal the score on the board for good.
In this report, the standout moments and game-changers are highlighted to capture the momentum swing and tactical edge that defined the afternoon for Juárez.
SANTIAGO ORMEÑO OPENED THE SCORE
The scoring opened early as Ormeño found the back of the net, driving the ball past the goalkeeper and energizing the home supporters. The early strike set a brisk tempo, establishing a high-pressing approach that favored the border club from first whistle to last. The quick opener gave Bravos confidence to press higher up the field, pressuring UNAM’s buildup and forcing mistakes in possession.
DANIEL CAMPILLO STRETCHED THE ADVANTAGE
Moments after the first goal, Campillo extended the lead with a clinically finished counterattack that showcased Juárez’s speed and surgical decision-making in the final third. His finish demonstrated the team’s willingness to gamble when gaps appeared, and it underscored their intent to convert chances with minimal hesitation as the match moved into the middle phase.
JOSÉ JUÁN GARCÍA SCORES THE THIRD AND IS ALREADY THREATENED
The third goal arrived as García operated with menace in the box, pouncing on a loose ball and slotting it past the UNAM keeper. The strike reinforced Bravos’ dominance and left UNAM chasing shadows, while Juárez continued to apply structured buildup and aggressive pressing lines that kept the visitors on their heels throughout the first half.
CÉSAR HUERTA ANSWERED FOR THE UNIVERSITY
UNAM found a moment of respite when Huerta converted a difficult chance for the visitors, signaling resilience and a renewed push as the clock edged toward halftime. The goal offered a reminder that the match was far from settled and posed a new challenge for Juárez to maintain their focus and disciplined shape as the second half approached.
AVILÉS HURTADO MARKED THE FOURTH FOR BRAVOS
Juárez finished strongly as Avilés Hurtado delivered the fourth goal, finishing decisively after a well-executed sequence that highlighted the home team’s confidence and cohesion. This late strike capped a standout performance and reflected Juárez’s effective game plan and relentless pursuit of success at home, validating the tactical approach that had dominated much of the afternoon.
The result serves as a clear message from Bravos de Juárez about their ambitions in the current campaign. The team showed a cohesive tactical identity and the ability to seize crucial moments, translating them into goals. The victory injects momentum into Juárez’s season, strengthening their push for a prominent position in the league standings and signaling intent to compete at a high level throughout the schedule.
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