Lizbeth Ovalle stood on the edge of the penalty area, staring down a stubborn Chivas defense. The match was deadlocked, and the tension at Estadio Universitario seemed almost tangible.
Then came the moment that changed everything, a flash of brilliance that had fans on their feet and social media in a frenzy.
Ovalle’s aerial acrobatics send Tigres to victory
In the 75th minute, a deflected corner led to a cross from Jennifer Hermoso on the right wing. The ball arced high and seemed out of reach. Ovalle, often called “La Maga,” refused to let it slip away. She threw herself backward, connecting with her heel in a move she later called “El Camaroncín.”
The ball soared toward the far corner, leaving Chivas goalkeeper Blanca Félix with no chance.
Afterward, Ovalle admitted she was just as stunned as everyone else. “I haven’t even seen it,” she told Fox Sports. “I just said, ‘As long as I touch it and where it goes.’” Tigres Femenil had struggled earlier, but this was the spark they needed. Jheniffer Da Silva soon added another goal, locking in a 2–0 victory.
The internet buzzed with clips of Ovalle’s scorpion-style strike. Tigres fans called it the goal of the season. Others wondered how a team abroad hadn’t scooped up the creative forward yet.
Ovalle’s impact on Liga MX Femenil stretches beyond highlights. She embodies a fearless generation of players who can produce instant classics while drawing global attention to Mexican women’s soccer. It’s no surprise her name is already swirling around Puskás Award discussions.
Still, Ovalle seems to be taking it all in stride, content to keep surprising defenders and fans alike. She’s not thinking about international transfers or how often her goal has been replayed. She’s simply enjoying the moment with a squad that thrives on excitement and possibility.
Her breathtaking finish reminds us of what’s possible whenever a special player meets the perfect opportunity.
