COPA CHIVAS: FC Dallas wins 3-1 against Benfica, advances to quarter finals

Zendejas Copa Chivas

Andres Ehrli

The FC Dallas U-18s came from behind to win 3-1 against Portuguese side Benfica their final match of the group stage play at the 2016 Copa Chivas Scotiabank. 
After falling behind 0-1 in the first half, Toshiki Yasuda pulled level on the 45th minute. Alex Zendejas put FCD ahead on the 49th, and Hector Montalvo sealed the win with just four minutes left on the clock.   
With this result, FC Dallas moves on to the quarter finals of the tournament where they will face Danish club FC Midtjylland on January 21st at 12 PM.
2016 Copa Chivas Scotiabank Group Stage Final Standings

  1. Urawa Red Diamonds (JAP) 10
  2. Boca Juniors (ARG) 9
  3. Atlas (MEX) 8
  4. FC Midtjylland (DEN) 7
  5. FC Dallas 7
  6. Monterrey (MEX) 7
  7. River Plate (ARG) 7
  8. Universidad Católica (CHI) 6




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