Rayados could not clinch a spot in the Leagues Cup final, falling short in a tightly contested semifinal.
The Leagues Cup 2023 airings followed a dramatic encounter between Monterrey and Nashville SC at Geodis Park in Nashville, Tennessee, as both sides advanced to the semifinal stage. The match produced intense moments but ultimately ended 2-0 in favor of the home team, known as the “Six-Strings,” dashing the hopes of the Mexican club’s run in this edition.
For fans seeking a concise recap, this feature presents the key moments from the game, as highlighted by the event’s presenting sponsor.
MONTERREY VERSUS NASHVILLE SC: MINUTE BY MINUTE
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The fixture aired on Azteca 7. Streaming options included Apple TV, which delivered the match to mobile devices on iOS and Android as well as compatible Smart TVs.
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MONTERREY
Andrada; Aguirre, Medina, Moreno, Gallardo; Govea, Romo, Meza, Rojas; Channels and Funes Mori.
NASHVILLE SC
Panic; Moore, MacNaughton, Zimmerman, Lovitz; Muyl, McCarty, Godoy; Bunbury, Shaffelburg and Mukhtar.
Notes: The formations favored an aggressive approach from Monterrey in the opening minutes, while Nashville SC leveraged rapid transitions to threaten the visitors’ defense. The match turned in the second half as Nashville converted two decisive chances, sealing the result and advancing with momentum toward the next round of the competition.
Overall, the game highlighted strategic contrasts between the two squads and showcased Nashville SC’s ability to exploit counterattacks to secure a memorable victory on home soil.