Querétaro and León draw in Apertura 2026 clash

Querétaro and León split the points in a crucial Liga MX Apertura 2026 fixture, as both teams fight for direct qualification to the Liguilla. The match at the Estadio Corregidora ended in a 1-1 draw, a result that keeps both sides in the upper echelon of the league table.

After a scoreless first half with few clear scoring opportunities, the game ignited in the second half. In the 54th minute, the referee awarded a penalty to the visitors, which Daniel Arcila converted with composure to give León the lead. The home side responded quickly, showing resilience under pressure.

Iker Benito found the equalizer for Querétaro in the 60th minute, shifting the momentum in favor of the hosts. Despite a frantic final 15 minutes with end-to-end action, neither team could find a decisive second goal, leaving the scores level at the final whistle.

With this draw, Querétaro maintains its position in fifth place, securing a vital margin as they head into the final stretch of the tournament. Meanwhile, León remains in seventh place, with their hopes of reaching the Liguilla firmly intact.