Gerardo Torrado

I am required by law to mention that Carlos Vela has not been called into the Mexico squad.

Javier Cortes, Alejandro Palacios and Emmanuel Herrera starred for UNAM Pumas as they earned a point at Estadio Azul. Cruz Azul legend Gerardo Torrado was a hero and a goat for his team, winning a penalty and earning a red card.

With an incredible performance at home on Sunday night, Monarcas Morelia dominated Cruz Azul for a 3-0 victory which moves them into the Clausura 2011 Liguilla finals. Unfortunately, Morelia's win was ultimately overshadowed by a massive brawl which took place in the match's closing minutes.

Sunday's results will determine which two teams advance to the Clausura 2011 Liguilla finals. Chivas will fight for a victory on the road against Pumas, after a 1-1 draw between the teams in the first leg. Morelia must dig out of their 0-2 first leg hole and win by a two-goal margin on Sunday evening at Estadio Morelos.

Can Cruz Azul hold on to its slim 2-1 advantage as it looks for its first Mexican title in 13 years? Check out our continuing Mexican soccer coverage with this preview of the quarterfinal matchup between Atlante and Cruz Azul.

Can Cruz Azul overcome an in-form Atlante side in their quest for a first title in 13 years? Check out the series preview to get the lowdown in this Liguilla series.

FMF State of Mind previews the Clasico Joven between Club America and Cruz Azul.

Some quick points to ponder on an opener that made pulses race, even if it wasn’t always the best of quality.