Criticism of Alan Montes after his first appearance for Cruz Azul

Alan Montes' First Match

Alan Montes, brought in by Joel Huiqui to cover the absences of Willer Ditta and Gonzalo Piovi, started in the four-man back line of La Máquina. He partnered Jesús Orozco Chiquete and played under the guidance of César Huiqui.

Match Statistics

According to DataRef, Montes finished the game with a 92 % pass-accuracy, made four recoveries, and completed 19 passes in the opponent’s half. He lost four balls and barely won an aerial duel. In Gilberto Mora’s goal-scoring moment, he was exposed to the youngster’s maneuver.

Fan Reaction

Montes’ performance sparked criticism on social media. Comments such as “Too bad, it’s clear he’s out of rhythm” reflect fans’ frustration, though some await Ditta’s return to better assess his adaptation.

Next Steps

To change the fans’ perception, Alan Montes will need to seize the opportunities that arise in Cruz Azul’s upcoming matches.