André-Pierre Gignac’s Return Boosts Tigres Ahead of Liga MX Playoffs

Tigres UANL has received a boost ahead of the Liga MX Apertura 2024 playoffs with the return of their star striker, André-Pierre Gignac. The French forward has rejoined full team training after a muscle injury had kept him sidelined for the final matches of the regular season. His recovery marks a significant advantage for the team as they prepare for the crucial upcoming matches.

According to sources cited by Canal 6 Deportes, Gignac participated in all training exercises alongside his teammates at the Tigres Training Center in San Nicolás, Nuevo León. The 38-year-old’s return means that Head Coach Veljko Paunovic will have nearly a full squad available, with the sole exception of Rafael Guerrero who remains unavailable due to injury.

«He trained at full pace with the squad, took part in all drills, and is ready to return to action,» stated a source. This development comes as Tigres prepares for their quarterfinal clashes against Atlético de San Luis, marking the commencement of the playoffs, also known as the Fiesta Grande in Mexico.

In recent weeks, Coach Paunovic has been able to reintegrate other key players such as Guido Pizarro and Rafael Carioca, further strengthening the team’s lineup. The readiness of Tigres’ principal attackers is expected to play a vital role as they embark on their playoff campaign to secure the league title.

For fans and followers of the Liga MX, Gignac’s return not only enhances the prospects for Tigres but also adds excitement to the playoff stages, as his performances are often pivotal in high-stakes matches.