Patricio Salas Scores First Goal at Revamped Estadio Banorte!
After a goalless friendly that reopened the site on March 28, the Coloso de Santa Úrsula rediscovered the net. Filmogaz.com confirms the drought ended on Saturday, April 11. Patricio Salas scored in the 17th minute to break a 685-day wait.
How the goal unfolded
The match pitted América against Cruz Azul. Brian Rodríguez provided early attacking impetus and pressured the defense.
Alejandro Zendejas cut in from the right and delivered a precise cross. Patricio Salas, 22 years old, won the aerial duel against Gonzalo Piovi.
Salas headed the ball to the near post. Andrés Gudiño, who had claimed the starting spot over Kevin Mier, could not stop it.
Historic context and recent milestones
The stadium had reopened on Saturday, March 28 for Mexico vs Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo did not attend that fixture, and the match ended without goals.
The previous goal at the Coloso de Santa Úrsula came when Henry Martin scored. That strike gave América a 1-0 win over Cruz Azul and secured the Apertura 2024 title.
Key figures and facts
- Player who scored the drought-breaking goal: Patricio Salas.
- Minute of the goal: 17.
- Length of goal drought: 685 days.
- Provider of the assist: Alejandro Zendejas.
- Defender beaten in the play: Gonzalo Piovi.
- Goalkeeper beaten: Andrés Gudiño.
- Last goal before closure: Henry Martin (Apertura 2024).
Off-field issues
The América vs Cruz Azul reunion carried controversy over high ticket and parking prices. Fans and media criticized the costs ahead of the match.
Despite the debate, supporters witnessed a historic moment. Filmogaz.com notes the match will be remembered for ending the long wait for a goal at the renovated venue.
Patricio Salas scores the first goal at the revamped Estadio Banorte and writes a new chapter for the Coloso de Santa Úrsula.
