Week 6 of the Liga MX Clausura 2017 will feature an intense relegation battle when Chiapas hosts Morelia at the Estadio Victor Manuel Reyna this Sunday, February 12, 2017. (3:00 PM Pacific). The match will affect the relegation table directly so it should be a tremendous encounter.
Chiapas has been the biggest surprise of this Clausura 2017 despite having a weak roster and financial problems as well. Sergio Bueno has led his team to four huge victories this season. First against Toluca at the Estadio Nemesio Diez, then against Tigres at home, after that Veracruz away and finally America at home. Chiapas has been an underdog in all its matches this season, going into this match the Jaguares are the favorites against a crumbling Morelia franchise. One of the most important players for Sergio Bueno this tournament has been goalkeeper, Moises Munoz who has been one of the best shot-stoppers in the league with 24 saves.
Another key player for the team from ‘la selva’ has been forward Jonathan Fabbro, who has been crucial in attack for the Jaguares. The Argentine-born forward has two goals and a nice 76.5-percent pass accuracy, his teammates definitely count with him as Fabbro has 267 received passes this season. Other revelations for the team this season have been Luis Angel Mendoza and captain, Felix Araujo. Chiapas is undefeated at home in this Clausura, so it will be interesting to see if it can maintain that streak.
Morelia is currently undergoing a transitional period as Pablo Marini is no longer the manager and interim coach, Roberto Hernandez will take over in this match. The Monarcas are still in search of a new head coach, with already several available coaches turning the team down. Morelia has had a tough season with the defense being the weakest link on the team. ‘La Monarquia’ has not played all that bad, however with passing being a strong asset within the team. Four players from the team finds themselves among the top 15 players with the most passes completed in this Clausura 2017.
Rodrigo Millar has been the standout in the midfield with 261 completed passes and leading the league with a 90.3-percent pass accuracy. Carlos Adrian Morales has also been an important player for Morelia this season, being key in defense and creating chances in attack with 222 touches of the sphere in attack. A worrying factor for Morelia this tournament has been the lack of production from Raul Ruidiaz, who only has one goal in five games. Morelia will need production from its Apertura 2016 top goal-scorer in this match to get a favorable result. The match should be an exciting and hard-fought encounter because of the importance it has in the relegation table and really a must watch.
How to Watch Chiapas vs Morelia
The Chiapas vs Morelia match will be broadcast this Sunday, February 12, 2017 at 3:00 PM Pacific:
TV Schedule: ESPN Deportes
Watch Online: Sling TV (Watch 7 Days Free)
