Cruz Azul and Tigres Prepare for Crucial CONCACAF Champions Cup Semifinal

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, México — The highly anticipated second leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal between Cruz Azul and Tigres UANL is set for May 1, 2025, at Estadio Olímpico Universitario. Both teams are eager to secure a spot in the final after a closely contested first match ended in a 1-1 draw.

Cruz Azul, coached by Vicente Sánchez, managed to return to Mexico City with a crucial away goal from Rodolfo Rotondi. One of the team’s key players, Ángel Sepúlveda, leads the tournament with eight goal contributions, including six goals and two assists. His performance will be vital as the team aims to take advantage of their home-field advantage.

“We need to utilize our full potential to achieve a positive result against the felinos,” said Sánchez in a pre-match interview. “Every goal counts, and we are determined to advance to the final.”

Tigres, under the guidance of their managerial staff, will also come prepared, looking to capitalize on their strong offensive lineup. Players like Nahuel Guzmán and Joaquim are expected to play pivotal roles in their quest for victory.

The match will kick off at 8:00 PM local time (10:00 PM ET) and will be broadcast on Tubi in Mexico, along with TUDN, VIX, and Fox Sports in Telemundo. If the aggregate score remains tied after regulation, the match will proceed to extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout.

Fans can expect an intense atmosphere as both teams fight for a place in the final against the winner of the other semi-final match between the Vancouver Whitecaps. The stakes are high, and the excitement is palpable.