Monterrey – The match schedule for Tigres UANL's Clausura 2025 tournament has been officially confirmed. Plans for the team, known for their competitive spirit, include their first game at the Estadio Alfonso Lastras on Saturday, January 11, where they will face Atlético San Luis, the very team responsible for eliminating them from the previous Apertura 2024 playoffs.
The tournament kicks off on Friday, January 10, 2025, and runs through May 25, 2025, ending with the grand final. The fixture announcement came during the half-time of the Apertura 2024 final between rival teams, Rayados and America, marking the league's traditional stage to announce the upcoming season's schedule.
For Tigres UANL, fan expectations are high as they look to reclaim their prowess on the pitch. The team will also host their first home match against Mazatlán on January 17 at the Estadio Universitario, enabling fans to rally behind them right from the start of the season.
Throughout the 2025 season, Tigres are set to enjoy the advantage of nine home games compared to eight away clashes. This lineup offers ample opportunity to solidify their position for the playoffs, mirroring their successful performance during the previous Apertura tournament.
Among the highlights of their schedule, the much-anticipated Clásico Regio will take place on April 12, 2025, against their bitter rivals, Monterrey. This will mark the 140th derby between the two teams, drawing significant attention from local and national fans alike. The match is scheduled for 7 PM at the Estadio Universitario, where Tigres will attempt to assert their dominance over Monterrey.
The team faces several noteworthy competitors throughout the season, not just their fierce rivals. Tigres will also meet top teams from Liga MX, such as Chivas on January 25, Cruz Azul on February 15, and the powerful América squad on March 29. These matches are pivotal as they could shape both teams' pathways toward the playoff series.
Tigres will juggle their league commitments with three double-match weeks: the first occurring during the fourth week between January 28 and 29, followed by another set of matches split over two weekends on February 18-19 and 25-26, and concluding with their third doubleheader on April 16-17.
A significant break is scheduled during March for FIFA international duty, which will allow players some recovery time before the final push toward the playoffs. With the increased competitive atmosphere this season, Tigres aim to navigate these hurdles effectively.
The league emphasizes flexibility, ensuring teams have ample opportunity to compete, especially with the added challenge of some clubs balancing Liga MX play with the Concachampions League. Tigres will need to adapt quickly to maintain their form.
Coach Veljko Paunovic's strategies and lineup adjustments will be of utmost importance, especially with the early matches testing the team's mettle against physical rivals. The emphasis will be on accruing points early to establish momentum heading toward the tournament's conclusion.
Fans can expect thrilling action and intense rivalries, especially with the added significance of competing against popular teams like León and Pumas as well. The eagerly awaited matches against these historical adversaries will be pivotal moments of the season.
The completion of the Clausura 2025 regular season is set for April 20, with playoffs commencing shortly after, showcasing the league's structure to maintain competitive balance with the first series of Play-In games on either April 26 or 27. The grand culmination of the tournament is outlined for May 25 when the champions will be crowned.
With their eyes set on the trophy, Tigres UANL is ready to tackle another Liga MX season with optimism and determination. Fans and analysts alike eagerly anticipate each match of the illustrious season and hope for another chance to claim the championship title, building on their legacy within Mexican soccer.
