Cruz Azul vs Tigres: A Tight Defending Awaits in A Tactical Duel for a Spot in Copa de Campeones Concacaf 2025 Final
The First Leg: A Tightly Contested Draw
The first leg of the semifinal between Cruz Azul and Tigres ended in a 1-1 draw at the Estadio Universitario, leaving the final spot in the Copa de Campeones Concacaf 2025 wide open. Rotondi’s strike for Tigres canceled out Santiago Muñoz’s opener for Cruz Azul, setting the stage for a thriller in the return leg.
Cruz Azul: History and Home Advantage
Cruz Azul will be counting on their impressive record at the Ciudad Universitaria stadium, where they have remained unbeaten in 14 games this season (11 wins, 3 draws) across both Liga MX and the Copa de Campeones Concacaf. They will aim to use this home-field advantage to secure their place in the final.
Tigres: besoin of a Goal to Progress
Tigres know they must score at least one goal to have a chance of qualifying for the final. An away goal would put them in a better position, but even a 0-0 draw would not be enough to eliminate the Cementeros.
ounced back from an early goal to earn a crucial away goal, thanks to a strike from Rotondi in first leg. Now, they must find the back of the net at least once to have a chance of progressing to the final. Even a 0-0 draw would not be sufficient, as Cruz Azul’s away goal gives them the advantage.
Match Details
Kick-off time: The second leg will take place at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario in Mexico City on Thursday, May 1st, at 20:00 local time (21:00 ET).
TV information: The match will be broadcasted on Tubi in Mexico and the USA.
whose style of play will prevail?
The final will feature the winner of this tie facing Inter Miami, who currently lead their semifinal 2-0 against Vancouver Whitecaps. As the game between Cruz Azul and Tigres is so finely poised, the team that can best cope with the pressure and execute their game plan could secure their place in the final and potentially lift the Copa de Campeones Concacaf 2025.
Don’t Miss a Minute of the Action
Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 1st, as Cruz Azul and Tigres face off in a dramatic second leg that will determine who joins Inter Miami in the Copa de Campeones Concacaf 2025 final. Don’t miss a moment of the action!