Tigres UANL is set to face Santos Laguna in a highly anticipated match for Jornada 5 of the 2026 Liga MX Clausura tournament. Historical data highlights Tigres’ impressive track record against Santos, having remained unbeaten in nine consecutive Liga and Liguilla matches against them, securing eight victories and one draw.
In their most recent encounters, Tigres has dominated Santos, winning the last seven clashes in Primera División without conceding a single goal in their last four meetings. This dominance extends to their home games, where Tigres has not lost to Santos at Estadio Universitario in 12 consecutive Liga and Liguilla matches, accumulating nine victories and three draws.
In terms of current performance, Marcelo Flores has stepped up as a key player for Tigres, contributing three of the four goals the team has scored this tournament, with all of these goals occurring in the second half of matches. Diego Lainez has also made significant contributions, playing a part in the last two goals scored by Tigres, which included one goal and one assist. The team’s assists have come from various players, including Jesús Garza, André Pierre Gignac, and Lainez himself.
As the match approaches, the betting odds are in favor of Tigres, with SportiumBet listing them at -303, Santos at +775, and a draw at +500, reflecting the general sentiment of confidence in Tigres’ ability to maintain their unbeaten streak against Santos.
With a strong historical record and key players in form, Tigres UANL will look to continue their winning ways and build on their impressive performance as they strive for success in the current tournament. This match not only provides an opportunity for Tigres to reinforce their dominance but also adds excitement for fans eager to witness the unfolding of this compelling rivalry in Mexican football.