As expected, the quarterfinal series between Guadalajara and Cruz Azul turned out to be the most evenly matched of all in the first leg, as we saw two teams with an offensive approach and a clear determination to score goals. Rebaño Sagrado was the better team but failed to convert its chances and will have to go all out in the Rojiblanca Capital to secure its ticket to the 2025 Apertura Semifinals.
After the first leg of the tie, Raúl Rangel, who put in a solid performance and was on target every time he was called upon, gave his analysis of the match and also took the opportunity to mention the approach that the Rebaño Sagrado will take in the second leg.
"We knew Cruz Azul would be a good opponent. We created chances to take the lead and didn't get it. We'll go to Mexico City to try to get the result."
"In the second leg, we're going to dictate the game. That has given us good results, and we'll continue to do so. We'll always try to attack."
"It's important to keep a clean sheet. We want to continue on that path and improve some things defensively."
"Defending Chivas' colors well is what has led me to be on the Mexican national team. Hopefully, I'll continue to defend the Tricolor's goal."
Raúl Rangel's stats against Cruz Azul
• 90 minutes
• 4 saves
• 2 crosses caught
