Club America is set to face Club Tijuana at the Estadio Azteca on July 17, 2025, in what promises to be an engaging Liga MX showdown. Both teams had contrasting starts to the 2025-26 season, and their recent encounters indicate a tightly contested match.
Historically, this fixture has delivered both drama and excitement, with America emerging victorious in 16 of their last 31 meetings, while Tijuana has claimed six wins, and nine matches have ended in draws. Notably, the last three clashes have all ended in draws, including a 1-1 result in January 2025, highlighting the competitive nature of their rivalry.
Club America is looking to improve after finishing eighth last season with 27 points. Their season opener against FC Juarez ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw, despite having control over the game. Their recent form has been erratic, with just one win in their last six matches across all competitions, which includes a loss to Los Angeles FC in the Club World Cup playoff. There have been some promising attacking displays in pre-season friendlies, leading fans to hope that a return to the Azteca might restore stability.
On the other hand, Club Tijuana is coming off a strong seventh-place finish last season with 29 points. They began this season with a 1-0 win over Queretaro, attributed principally to an own goal. Tijuana’s recent performance has shown significant improvement, winning five of their last six league games, drawing from this momentum as they approach their game in Mexico City. They have managed to defeat teams like San Luis and Monterrey, demonstrating increased creative play and a solid defense, although their away performances at the Azteca in the past have been less impressive.
For this match, Club America is likely to stick with their 3-4-3 formation, while Tijuana is expected to deploy a 4-1-4-1 setup that emphasizes discipline and rapid counter-attacks, utilizing the skills of players like Kelvin Castaneda and Andre Preciado.
With both teams eager to secure essential points, this match could extend their history of draws or provide an opportunity for either side to capitalize on their strengths. The game appears balanced, with Club America’s home advantage vying against Tijuana’s recent confidence.
As the teams prepare for this clash, many eyes will be on how Club America adapts without key midfielder Erick Sanchez due to suspension and whether Tijuana can break their less favorable away record at such a renowned venue.