Venados FC defeats Atlético La Paz to end unbeaten streak

Venados FC ended Atlético La Paz’s eight-match unbeaten streak with a 2-1 victory at Estadio Guaycura during Matchday 11 of the Liga de Expansión MX Apertura 2026 tournament.

Venados FC took a two-goal lead in the first half through Sleyther Lora in the 21st minute and Jacobo Reyes in the 34th minute. Atlético La Paz managed to narrow the gap before halftime when Martín Barragán converted a penalty in the 43rd minute. Despite dominating much of the second half with nine shots on goal and eight corner kicks, Atlético La Paz was unable to find an equalizer.

With this win, Venados FC moves to 19 points, climbing to fourth place in the standings, while Atlético La Paz remains in second place with 20 points. Additionally, Sleyther Lora reached 15 goals for the season, equaling the record set by teammate Juan Calero during the Apertura 2025 tournament.