SAN JERÓNIMO TLACOCHAHUAYA, Oaxaca, Mexico (Interstat) — Chapulineros scored twice after halftime and defeated visiting Montaneses 2-1 on Friday at Estadio Deportivo Independiente MRCI. After a scoreless first half, Chapulineros broke through in the 67th minute and doubled its lead in the 82nd. Montaneses pulled one back in the 85th but could not find an equalizer. Chapulineros improved to 2-0 in the competition and 2-0 across all competitions. Montaneses fell to 2-2 in the competition and 2-2 across all competitions. The home side controlled the decisive stretch and protected its advantage through the final minutes. Montaneses pressed late for a second goal, but Chapulineros held firm to remain unbeaten this season. Chapulineros had won its previous competition match against Tapachula, while Montaneses had won two of its previous three matches before Friday. The result preserved Chapulineros’ unbeaten start and left Montaneses seeking consistency.