Liga MX Apertura Matchday 17 Roundup

Last Updated on noviembre 10, 2025 2:44 pm by Erwin Noguera

The final matchday of the Liga MX Apertura season was nothing short of dramatic. Not only did the top teams fight fiercely for positioning ahead of the Liguilla, but the race for the last playoff spots also delivered intensity and emotion until the very end.

The biggest storyline was the sudden switch at the top of the table. Toluca and Tigres earned crucial victories that allowed them to leapfrog Cruz Azul, who stumbled in their final match against the Pumas. As a result, Toluca ended the regular season as leaders, while Tigres climbed to second and Cruz Azul slipped to third after a disappointing defeat.

With that, the Liguilla bracket is officially set. The ten teams advancing are Toluca, Tigres, Cruz Azul, Club America, Monterrey, Guadalajara, Tijuana, Juarez, Pachuca, and Pumas, each preparing for a thrilling postseason.

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Liga MX Apertura Matchday 17: Tijuana vs Atlas

Tijuana entered their final regular-season match with little left to prove, but they wanted to end the campaign on a high note—and they did exactly that. After a quiet first half, the home side came alive in the second, scoring twice between the 65th and 73rd minutes to secure the win.

Atlas, meanwhile, had come into the match hoping to keep its slim postseason hopes alive, but the result ended those aspirations. For Tijuana, this performance reinforced their readiness for the Liguilla, showing sharpness and composure at both ends of the pitch.

Result: Tijuana 2-0 Atlas

Liga MX Apertura Matchday 17: Toluca vs América

Toluca entered this clash knowing that a victory could put them in the top position, and they delivered under pressure. Controlling possession slightly more than Club America, Toluca opened the scoring late in the first half and doubled their advantage with a penalty early in the second (56′).

Club America, already safely qualified for the playoffs, didn’t display its usual intensity. That allowed Toluca to dictate the rhythm, claim all three points, and overtake Cruz Azul to finish as regular-season champions.

The result not only sealed Toluca’s first-place finish but also confirmed their consistency and balance throughout the Apertura, especially at home, where they were nearly unbeatable.

Result: Toluca 2-0 Club America

Apertura MX Matchday 17: Cruz Azul vs Pumas

This was arguably the match of the weekend—full of twists, drama, and playoff implications. Pumas struck first just four minutes into the game, setting an early tone. Cruz Azul responded strongly, with Grabiel Fernandez scoring twice(14′, 19′) to turn the tide and put the home side ahead.

But the match changed drastically when Lorenzo Faravelli was sent off, leaving Cruz Azul down to ten men. That red card proved costly. Pumas capitalized with a penalty in the 80th minute and then scored again at the 58′, completing a stunning comeback.

The win secured Pumas the 10th and final Liguilla spot, while Cruz Azul’s defeat dropped them from first to third. It was a bitter finish for a side that had led the league for much of the tournament, but for Pumas, it was pure relief and a reminder of the resilience under pressure.

Result: Cruz Azul 2-3 Pumas

Liga MX Apertura Matchday 17: Santos Laguna vs.Pachuca

Santos Laguna fought until the very end, knowing that their postseason fate was out of their hands after Pumas’ earlier win. Still, they put in a spirited performance, defeating Pachuca thanks to a Bruno Amione goal shortly after halftime.

Despite controlling possession and creating more chances, Pachuca couldn’t find the net. Santos showed determination and discipline but ultimately finished just outside the qualification zone. Their season ended with pride but also frustration, as they watched their playoff hopes vanish the night before.

Result: Santos Laguna 1 – 0 Pachuca