Pachuca Faces Tijuana in Crucial Liga MX Clash Tonight

PACHUCA, Mexico — In a pivotal Liga MX match, Pachuca hosts Tijuana tonight at 8 p.m. local time in an effort to solidify their position for a direct passage to the quarterfinals. With only six matches remaining in the Clausura 2025 campaign, both teams have contrasting fortunes leading into this encounter.

Pachuca, under the guidance of coach Guillermo Almada, currently sits in seventh place with 18 points following two consecutive draws. The team has experienced a mix of successes and setbacks this season, having recorded just two victories in their last eight outings. Despite this, they remain hopeful of securing a playoff spot.

“We need this win tonight to keep our playoff hopes alive,” said Almada during a pre-match press conference. “Our players are focused and ready to perform at home.”

On the other side, Tijuana finds themselves in desperate need of a turnaround. At the bottom of the standings with just seven points, the Xolos recently parted ways with head coach Juan Carlos Osorio after a stunning 4-3 loss to Atlas, having led the match 3-0. The team is now under the interim management of Sebastián Abreu and Cirilo Saucedo.

“It’s been a tough season for us, but we have to put the past behind and focus on this game,” Abreu said. “The players are motivated and are giving everything in training.”

The historical matchup between these teams shows a competitive history. Pachuca has won 14 of their 30 encounters, while Tijuana has claimed 11 victories, with five games ending in a tie. Their last meeting resulted in a 2-1 victory for Tijuana.

As both teams gear up for this crucial match, the pressure is palpable for the visitors, who must avoid further slip-ups to steer clear of finishing in the last place this season.

The match will be broadcast live online for fans hoping to catch the action as Pachuca attempts to gain crucial points and Tijuana fights for survival in the Liga MX standings.