James Rodríguez (foto: Official TW/IG/FB account)
James Rodríguez provided two assists as León secured a 2-1 win over Atlético San Luis, maintaining their unbeaten run and claiming the top spot in the Clausura 2025.
James Rodríguez continues to shine in Mexico, as his two assists helped León secure a 2-1 victory over Atlético San Luis on Sunday, keeping them unbeaten and propelling them to the top of the Liga MX Clausura 2025 standings.
The Colombian playmaker delivered a perfect corner kick in the 87th minute, setting up Paul Bellón, who headed home the winning goal in what was a fiercely contested match.
León had taken an early lead in the second minute, when Steven Mendoza converted a header off a precise pass from Andrés Guardado.
However, San Luis equalized in the 22nd minute through French midfielder Sébastien Salles-Lamonge, setting up a tense second half.
San Luis, under Spanish coach Domènec Torrent, had their chances to take the lead, but León held firm. The match ended in dramatic fashion, as Salles-Lamonge missed a penalty in the 98th minute, confirming León’s sixth win of the season.
León now sits at the top of the table with 19 points (6 wins, 1 draw), three ahead of defending champions América and Tigres UANL.