Tijuana delivered a shocking performance in the Liga MX Apertura quarterfinals, dismantling heavily favored Tigres UANL with a commanding 3-0 victory at Estadio Caliente on November 27, 2025. The result represents one of the tournament's biggest surprises, as the Xolos completely neutralized Tigres' impressive form heading into the playoff clash.
A Dominant Display at Home
The Xolos came out firing from the start, establishing control early and converting their chances with clinical precision.
Kevin Castañeda opened the scoring in the 27th minute with an assist from R. Fernández, giving Tijuana a crucial first-half advantage. The home side's early breakthrough set the tone for what would become a masterclass in playoff football.
Tijuana extended their lead in the second half when
Mourad El Ghezouani doubled the advantage in the 54th minute, also assisted by Castañeda. The midfielder's creative brilliance proved instrumental in breaking down Tigres' defense.
Gilberto Mora sealed the emphatic victory with a third goal in the 71st minute, assisted by D. Blanco, leaving no doubt about Tijuana's superiority on the night.
Tigres' Unbeaten Streak Comes to an End
The loss marked a significant setback for Tigres, who arrived at the match riding a
four-match winning streak and unbeaten in their last ten games. The Tigers had been one of Liga MX's most consistent performers, conceding just 0.8 goals per game while averaging around two goals scored per match. However, Tijuana's organized defense and clinical finishing proved too much to overcome.
Despite Tigres' attempts to mount a comeback, particularly through substitutions including star striker
André-Pierre Gignac in the 59th minute, they could not find the back of the net. The complete shutout underscored Tijuana's defensive solidity throughout the 90 minutes.
What's Next for Both Teams
This first-leg victory gives Tijuana a commanding advantage heading into the second leg, scheduled for November 30, 2025. With a three-goal cushion, the Xolos are in an exceptionally strong position to advance to the Liga MX semifinals. Tigres will need to produce an extraordinary performance in the return fixture to overcome this deficit and keep their championship hopes alive.
The upset victory showcases that playoff football can produce unexpected results, even when one team enters as the clear favorite. Tijuana's home-field advantage and clinical execution proved decisive in what many considered a mismatch on paper.
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