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16 April 2025

Clausura 2025 Action Heats Up As Playoff Race Intensifies

Teams scramble for playoff spots as Liga MX regular season nears conclusion

The Liga MX Clausura 2025 regular season is heating up as teams scramble for crucial playoff positions. With just two rounds remaining, the stakes couldn’t be higher as the sixteenth round kicks off on April 15, 2025. The action begins with Tigres UANL visiting Pachuca at 19:00 hours at Estadio Hidalgo, while Guadalajara takes on Puebla at 19:05 hours at Estadio Akron. Both matches are pivotal for teams vying for direct qualification to the playoffs.

Later that evening, Juárez FC faces Necaxa at 21:00 hours at Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez, and Cruz Azul will host León at 21:05 hours at Estadio Olímpico Universitario. The following day, April 16, 2025, promises to be equally thrilling with Monterrey defending its playoff spot against three-time champions America at Estadio BBVA, also at 19:00 hours. Monterrey currently sits in ninth place with 22 points and needs a victory to secure its position in the repechage.

As the tournament nears its conclusion, the fight for playoff spots intensifies. Toluca leads the table with 33 points, closely followed by America with 31 points. León, Tigres, Cruz Azul, and Pachuca are also in contention for the top six spots, which guarantee direct entry into the knockout stage. Meanwhile, Chivas, languishing in fifteenth place with just 17 points, faces an uphill battle to qualify for the Play-In.

The upcoming matches are not just about points; they are about pride and the chance to compete for the championship. The league has seen a surge in competitive quality this season, with several teams emerging as serious contenders. The excitement surrounding the Clausura 2025 has captivated fans, and the final rounds promise to deliver thrilling soccer.

Here’s a breakdown of the matches scheduled for Jornada 16:


  • Pachuca vs. Tigres: April 15, 2025, 19:00 hours, Estadio Hidalgo. Streaming available.

  • Guadalajara vs. Puebla: April 15, 2025, 19:05 hours, Estadio Akron. Available on Amazon Prime.

  • Juárez vs. Necaxa: April 15, 2025, 21:00 hours, Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez. Streaming available.

  • Cruz Azul vs. León: April 15, 2025, 21:05 hours, Estadio Olímpico Universitario. Available on ViX.

  • Querétaro vs. Atlas: April 16, 2025, 19:00 hours, Estadio Corregidora. Available on Caliente TV.

  • Monterrey vs. América: April 16, 2025, 19:00 hours, Estadio BBVA. Broadcast on Canal 5, ViX, and TUDN.

  • Atlético San Luis vs. Toluca: April 16, 2025, 20:00 hours, Estadio Alfonso Lastras. Available on ESPN.

  • Mazatlán vs. Tijuana: April 16, 2025, 21:00 hours, Estadio El Encanto. Broadcast on Canal 7 and FOX Sports.

  • Pumas UNAM vs. Santos Laguna: April 16, 2025, 21:05 hours, Estadio Olímpico Universitario. Available on TUDN, ViX, and Canal 5.

As the teams gear up for these critical matches, fans are eager to see who will rise to the occasion and secure their place in the playoffs. With tensions running high and every point counting, the drama of the Liga MX Clausura 2025 is set to unfold in spectacular fashion.

Following this week’s matches, the regular season will wrap up with Jornada 17, taking place from April 18 to April 20, 2025. The Play-In round will follow on April 26 or 27 and May 3 or 4, where teams will have one last chance to vie for a shot at the championship title.

In conclusion, as we enter the final stretch of the Liga MX Clausura 2025, the excitement is palpable. Will Toluca maintain its lead, or can America and the chasing pack catch up? Will Monterrey secure its playoff spot against the formidable América? Fans will be glued to their screens as the drama unfolds.