Tigres UANL approaches the return leg of the semifinal with hopes high for a victory against Cruz Azul that could secure their place in the Grand Final. The team, which finished as the top leader in the Apertura 2025, is aware that they must leverage their home advantage at Estadio Universitario, also known as El Volcán, to keep their championship dreams alive.
The much-anticipated match is set for Saturday, December 6, at 9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT, with fans able to watch it live on Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock.
For Tigres to advance to the final, they need either a win or to achieve a tie in terms of aggregate score, as their favorable position in the overall standings bolsters their qualifications. The team reached this stage after overcoming Club Tijuana, who they defeated 5-0 in the return leg after a challenging first match where they lost 3-0.
In contrast, Cruz Azul poses a significant challenge as they enter this clash fresh from a thrilling quarter-final victory over Club Guadalajara, which they edged with a 3-2 aggregate score.
This intriguing matchup promises to deliver intense competition as both teams vie for a spot in the coveted final, with Tigres hoping to capitalize on their home support and recent momentum. The spirit of determination and excellence in Mexican football is evident as clubs like Tigres and Cruz Azul battle for supremacy in the Liga MX.