The semifinals for the Clausura 2025 Liga MX playoffs are set, featuring an exciting lineup. Top-seeded Toluca will face fourth-seed Tigres, while a classic matchup will see second-seed América take on third-seed Cruz Azul. With Necaxa, León, Pachuca, and Rayados eliminated, these remaining teams are eager to secure a new title.
Toluca last claimed the championship in 2010 and is determined to end their nearly 15-year wait for a trophy. América aims to make history as the first team to win four consecutive league titles. Cruz Azul is riding a wave of 18 consecutive matches without a defeat and looks to chase a double title, while Tigres, under the guidance of coach Guido Pizarro, hopes to reclaim dominance in Mexican football by dethroning América.
The semifinals will kick off with Toluca choosing to play Tigres on May 14 at the Estadio Universitario, with the return leg taking place on May 17 at Estadio Nemesio Diez. Meanwhile, the América vs. Cruz Azul matches are scheduled for May 15 at Estadio Olímpico Universitario and May 18 at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes.
In their playoff history, Toluca and Tigres have faced off six times, with Tigres winning every encounter, including their most recent meeting in the Clausura 2023 quarterfinals. On the other hand, América holds a favorable record against Cruz Azul, having emerged victorious in seven out of nine elimination round matchups in this era, including recent finals and quarterfinals.
Both matchups promise to be fierce battles with a lot at stake, and fans are looking forward to thrilling performances as these teams vie for a spot in the final.