Tigres UANL Eyes Clausura 2026 After Strong Apertura Finish

Tigres UANL Eyes Clausura 2026 After Strong Apertura Finish

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Monterrey, Mexico – January 9, 2026 – Tigres UANL concluded the Liga MX Apertura 2025 season in second place with 36 points from 17 matches, narrowly missing the title after a penalty shootout loss to Toluca in the final. As the Clausura 2026 tournament approaches, the team is focusing on squad reinforcements and upcoming fixtures.

Recent Performance

Tigres UANL had a solid Apertura campaign, advancing to the final but falling short in penalties. Key results included a 2-1 loss to Toluca in the final first leg and a 2-2 draw in the second leg, leading to the shootout defeat. The team also progressed in the Concacaf Champions Cup and Leagues Cup earlier in the year.

Key Facts

StatisticValue
Apertura 2025 Position2nd (36 points, 10 wins, 6 draws, 1 loss)
Goals Scored44
Goals Conceded23
Next MatchAtlético de San Luis (January 12, 2026, 1:00 AM)
StadiumEstadio Universitario (Capacity: 41,886)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Tigres UANL stand in the Liga MX standings?

As of the end of Apertura 2025, Tigres UANL finished in second place with 36 points, behind Toluca’s 37 points. The Clausura 2026 standings will reset to zero.

What are the latest transfer updates for Tigres UANL?

Ángel Correa joined from Atlético Madrid on a five-year deal. Édgar López arrived on loan from Toluca. Rumored targets include Julián Quiñones (from Al-Qadisiya) and Guido Rodríguez (from West Ham United), but no deals are confirmed.

When is Tigres UANL’s next match?

The team faces Atlético de San Luis on January 12, 2026, at 1:00 AM in Liga MX Clausura.