As Sebastian Jurado stepped onto the pitch for Cruz Azul, it was clear that he was out for revenge. After 1,350 minutes and 15 games, Jurado was finally starting for the club in their match against Puebla. Reaching across the pitch, he made a defining save in the 19th minute, ultimately preserving his team’s lead and inspiring their first victory of the Clausura 2023 tournament.

After a dismal start to the season, Cruz Azul had only earned one point from their opening five matches and were in desperate need of a win. This started a chain reaction, as it earned Sebastian Jurado his chance to step up and prove himself in the face of immense pressure.

The successful performance of the Mexican goalkeeper resulted in Jesus Corona’s suspension being replaced by Jurado in the team’s upcoming match against Atlas at the Estadio Azteca.

Saturday night's game between Michigan State and its in-state rival Michigan had taken on an emotional level unprecedented to the heated rivalry. In the wake of a campus shooting that claimed the life of three students, the rivalry game between the two teams acted as a way for alumni, students and fans to come together in healing and hope.

Michigan was the first to deliver a show of support prior to tip-off. Staging a standing ovation as Michigan State took the court to warm up, the Wolverines also donned special t-shirts to show support for their opponents. Even the student section and Michigan's pep band joined in a special gesture, playing Michigan State's alma mater while students held up a "Spartan Strong" flag.

The game was just as emotional as the events before it. Both teams held a lengthy moment of silence in an arena bathed in green light, and heads of