Tigres Femenil secured a thrilling comeback victory against Atlético San Luis on February 10, 2025, triumphing 2-1 at home at Estadio Universitario, also known as 'el Volcán'. This win was significant as it positioned Tigres seventh on the Liga MX Femenil table, now with 14 points, and marked their second consecutive win of the Clausura 2025.
The match was filled with anticipation, with both teams eager to assert their presence. Atlético San Luis stunned the home crowd by taking the lead at the 38th minute when Silvana González expertly curled a free-kick over the wall and past Tigres' goalkeeper, Itzel González, to make it 1-0. This unexpected goal silenced the passionate Tigres supporters, highlighting the pressure on the home side to respond.
Despite dominating possession and creating chances, Tigres found themselves trailing at halftime. The situation, though dire, shifted dramatically early in the second half. Just seven minutes after the restart, Lizbeth Ovalle equalized for the Amazonian squad. Ovalle executed a perfect finish following a crafty assist from Thembi Kgatlana, taking advantage of some defensive disarray to fire the ball home, leveling the scores at 1-1.
Things took another turn just three minutes later. Ovalle drew a foul inside the area leading to the awarding of a penalty. The opportunity was too good to waste, and Ovalle stepped up to take the penalty herself. Despite initially setting up teammate Jennifer Hermoso to take it, Hermoso selflessly refused the attempt, allowing Ovalle to fire the ball past goalkeeper Ana Zárate, marking her second goal of the night and completing the comeback for Tigres within two quick minutes.
Ovalle’s efforts were pivotal, not only securing the win but also marking her seventh goal of the season and the 129th goal of her career with Tigres Femenil, much to the delight of the home crowd and the coaching staff.
This match also served as preparation for the much-anticipated Clásico Regio against Rayadas, scheduled for February 16, 2025. With their newfound momentum, the Tigres will head confidently toward this intense local rivalry, knowing they have fortuitously bounced back from adversity.
After the match, team spirits were high, and players expressed their determination to carry this form forward. With the right mix of tactical awareness and sheer talent, the Tigres are now firmly back on track as they push for playoff contention.
The stunning turnaround against Atlético San Luis not only emphasized the importance of teamwork but also showcased the individual brilliance of players like Lizbeth Ovalle. While San Luis may have taken the early initiative, the resilience and character displayed by Tigres Femenil under coach Pedro Losa shines bright as they strive for more victories this season.
Fans awaiting the Clásico Regio can find solace knowing their team is ready and increasingly formidable, leveraging this latest victory as momentum for what lies ahead.