The third matchday of the Liga MX Clausura 2025 has concluded, bringing with it excitement, surprises, and significant shifts throughout the standings. Under coach André Jardine's leadership, America has surged to the forefront of the league following a spirited 4-1 triumph against Santos Laguna in Torreón, accumulating seven points over three matches.
Tigres, meanwhile, remains hot on their trail, having drawn 1-1 with Chivas at the Estadio Akron, currently holding second place due to goal difference. The move at the top is not just limited to these dominant teams, as Necaxa continues to astonish, sitting securely at third place after overcoming Atlético de San Luis. Following closely is Pachuca, registering their second victory — a thrilling 3-2 against Monterrey, now placing them fourth.
The table is tightly contested, with León completing the top five, also on six points, showcasing deep competition within the league. Other notable results include Mazatlán’s 2-1 victory over Toluca, propelling them to sixth place. Chivas, after their draw with Tigres, finds themselves seventh, with Mazatlán, Juárez, and Tijuana rounding out the top ten after their performances during this vibrant jornada.
At the opposite end of the standings, Cruz Azul remains mired in difficulties, failing to gain traction under new management after Martín Anselmi’s departure, now seated near the bottom with only two points following their 1-1 tie against Puebla. Santos Laguna holds the unfortunate title as the last team on the table with no points yet to register any victories.
Jornada 3 wrapped up on Sunday with Pumas and Atlas clashing at Ciudad Universitaria, ending without goals — both teams aiming for three points to improve their competitive stance. The current standings reflect the fierce nature of Liga MX, where teams are continually striving for upwards momentum.
Here are the updated standings following Jornada 3:
1. América | 7 points
2. Tigres | 7 points
3. Necaxa | 6 points
4. Pachuca | 6 points
5. León | 6 points
6. Toluca | 4 points
7. Chivas | 4 points
8. Pumas | 4 points
9. Mazatlán | 4 points
10. Juárez | 4 points
Looking forward, Jornada 4 is poised to deliver even more thrilling clashes, taking place midweek. Marking the upcoming fixtures includes Puebla taking on Mazatlán, America competing against Atlético de San Luis, and Tigres facing Tijuana, among others.
With such intensity radiated through the standings right now, the competitive fight for playoff positioning is only expected to heat up as the season progresses. Fans are left eagerly anticipating what the next round of matches will bring, as teams look to solidify their ranks or turn their fortunes around.