Tension Builds as Rayados Face Tigres in High-Stakes Clásico Regio

Monterrey, Mexico — The Clásico Regio between Rayados and Tigres is set for Saturday, April 12, at 7 p.m. in Estadio Universitario, and anticipation is high as both teams battle for crucial points in the Liga MX. Amid the electric atmosphere, Rayados captain Sergio Ramos has rallied fans for support after a mixed performance this season.

“Everyone here is going to give their all, count on that. If we’re in the good times, we’re also in the tough times,” Ramos declared in a video circulated on social media upon the team’s arrival at their hotel.

Currently sitting eighth in the standings with 22 points, Rayados are eager to secure a victory to improve their ranking as they prepare to face their rivals, who are just two places ahead with 26 points. This clash, part of the 15th round of the Clausura 2025, is critical for both squads as they vie for positioning in the Liguilla, the league’s playoffs.

The match presents challenges for Rayados, who will be without midfielder Sergio Canales due to a left leg injury sustained during a team training session that reportedly involved a heated interaction with the coaching staff. Despite this setback, Ramos, alongside teammates Hector Moreno and the returning Oliver Torres, aims to lead the team with his extensive experience in fierce rivalries from his time at Real Madrid and Sevilla.

“We want to show what we can do on the field. We’ll compete in the best possible way,” head coach Martín Demichelis promised the supporters during the team’s engagement outside the hotel.

The anticipated match promises to be intense, as both teams not only battle for three points but also for pride in one of Mexican football’s most storied rivalries. The Clásico Regio is famed for its passionate fans and competitive spirit, making Saturday’s showdown a pivotal moment in the season for both clubs.