Tigres and Cruz Azul Set for Tense Semifinal Rematch

Mexico City, Mexico – Tigres UANL and Cruz Azul are gearing up for a crucial rematch in the semifinals of the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup. The teams head into the second leg tied at 1-1 after Cruz Azul managed to equalize in the first match thanks to a goal from Juan José Purata.

Both teams will now face off on May 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM local time at Estadio Olímpico Universitario. The match will determine which team advances to the final, where they will meet the winner of the other semifinal between Club América and Vancouver Whitecaps.

Cruz Azul will defend its home turf, having secured an important away goal. Their chances will depend significantly on Ángel Sepúlveda, who leads the tournament with six goals and two assists. “We need to capitalize on every opportunity,” said Sepúlveda, emphasizing the importance of converting chances into goals.

On the other side, Tigres, coached by Vicente Sánchez, will rely on the attacking prowess of players like Nicolás Ibáñez and Juan Purata, who is expected to start. “We feel confident going into this match,” Purata said. “We know what’s at stake and we are ready to fight for our place in the final.”

If the score remains tied after regulation, the match will proceed to extra time and potentially penalties. The pressure is on both sides to secure a victory and avoid the uncertainty of a shootout.

The match will be broadcast live on Tubi in Mexico and on TUDN, VIX, and Fox Sports in the U.S. Fans are eager to see which team will emerge victorious and claim a spot in the championship.