A Matias Alustiza penalty secured Atlas a hard-fought win over rivals Chivas to edge closer to a spot in the Liga MX Liguilla semifinals.
In addition to gaining an advantage in the scoreline, not conceding an away goal could prove crucial for the Rojinegros ahead of this weekend’s second leg at the Estadio Chivas.
Local pride was evident and the atmosphere was remarkable at the start of the game, with Atlas benefiting the most from the raucous atmosphere. In the 29th minute, a kick from substitute Michael Perez, who came on for the injured Jair Pereira, was judged as a penalty, giving the Rojinegros the chance to take the lead.