Santos Laguna Faces León in Crucial League MX Matchup Today

Torreón, Mexico – This Saturday, October 18, Santos Laguna will host León in a critical match during the Jornada 13 of the Apertura 2025. Both teams are desperate for a win to improve their standings and stay in the postseason conversation.

Santos, managed by Francisco Rodríguez, is currently in 16th place with just 10 points. The team suffered its eighth defeat of the season in its last game. They need to turn things around quickly to avoid being eliminated.

On the other hand, León, under Nacho Ambríz, finds itself in a similar predicament, sitting in 13th place with 12 points. They also seek to escape a troubling streak, having lost their last match against Toluca.

The match kicks off at 5 PM local time at the Estadio TSM Corona, where Santos Laguna aims to rally its fans and improve its home record, having only won once in their last eight matches.

Fans can expect an intense encounter with both teams fighting hard for crucial points. The referee for the match is Daniel Quintero Huitrón. Santos Laguna will look to field its best players, including goalkeeper Carlos Acevedo and midfielder Fran Villalba, while León presents star players including James Rodríguez and Rogelio Funes Mori.

This match is classified as a must-win for both teams, as they look to salvage their seasons and secure a spot in the playoff race.