SHOOTINGS AND CHAOS DURING THE LAST ROUND OF PLAY IN MEXICO

[jenni_blog]

So many security and crime problems in Mexico have created a terrifying scenario for football fans. A shooting occurred right outside the stadium during the Santos vs Morelia game last Saturday. Fans, players and referees took cover, even though the shootings were unrelated to football. Here is a link to an article and video about the situation.

http://theoriginalwinger.com/2011-08-22-gun-battle-breaks-out-during-santos-laguna-vs-morelia-match-in-mexico

A photo shows fans hunkering down inside the stadium after the players fled to the dressing rooms.













Fortunately, no one was hurt, although the game was suspended.

Now for happier stuff:

Here is a link to the standings in the Mexican Primera:

http://www.mediotiempo.com/tabla_general.php?id_liga=1&id_torneo=303

And some pics from the last round of matches played.

From Tecos vs Pachuca. Tecos finally won a match - 2-1:





Jorge Zamogilny scored.





Chivas beat Monterrey 2-1







Cesar Delgado scored.





My two favourite teams: Cruz Azul beat Tijuana (Xolos)





Edixon Perea scored.





So did Emanual Villa









My bb Dayro scored for the Xolos.









This is Jose Sand for Tijuana.



Jaguares 2-1 Queretaro