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Monterrey advance to Liga MX Final with win over Necaxa

Antonio “Turco” Mohamed’s unbeaten run in his return with los Rayados will continue all the way to the Liga MX Final as Monterrey defeated Necaxa 1-0 on Saturday to advance 3-2 on aggregate over los Rayos.

As expected, Necaxa were the slicker side for much of the first 45 minutes, but apart from a pair of long distance tries, los Rayos were ineffective in challenging Rayados goalkeeper Marcelo Barovero.

Monterrey came close to grabbing the breakthrough immediately after the break when Dorlan Pabon forced a good save off Hugo Gonzalez.

Still needing to score at least a goal, Necaxa increased the pressure, but just like in the first half, los Rayos were only able to trouble from long range.