The Liga MX leader, Tijuana, faced off against Cruz Azul in the Liguilla and came out with an impressive 3-0 victory. Follow the match live on Marca MX and witness Juan Carlos Osorio's team dominate on the field. Martin Anselmi was outscored by Osorio and his team, putting Tijuana in a favorable position for the second leg at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes on November 30th.
Tijuana Surprises Cruz Azul with a Dominant 3-0 Victory in Liga MX Liguilla
In a highly anticipated matchup, Club Tijuana, the Liga MX leader, faced off against Cruz Azul in the Liguilla quarterfinals and emerged victorious with an impressive 3-0 win. The match was played at the Estadio Caliente in Tijuana, Mexico.
Tijuana, under the leadership of manager Juan Carlos Osorio, dominated the proceedings from the start. They took the lead in the 25th minute through a goal from Lisandro Lopez. The Argentine striker headed home a well-placed cross from Fabian Castillo.
Tijuana continued to press for more goals and doubled their lead in the 55th minute. This time it was Eduardo Aranda who found the net, scoring a stunning volley from outside the box.
Cruz Azul, the defending Liga MX champions, struggled to create any meaningful chances throughout the match. Tijuana's defense, led by center-back Victor Guzman, was impenetrable.
In the 75th minute, Tijuana sealed the victory with a third goal. Mauro Lainez, who had just come on as a substitute, raced onto a through ball and coolly slotted it past Cruz Azul goalkeeper Jesus Corona.
The result puts Tijuana in a strong position heading into the second leg at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes on November 30th. Cruz Azul will need to produce a remarkable comeback to overturn the deficit and advance to the semifinals.
Background
Club Tijuana and Cruz Azul are two of the most successful clubs in Mexican football history. Tijuana won the Liga MX Apertura title in 2012, while Cruz Azul has won the title nine times, most recently in 2021.
The two teams have met 30 times in the Liga MX regular season, with Cruz Azul holding a 14-8-8 record. However, Tijuana has won the last two meetings, including a 2-0 victory in the 2022 Apertura.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who is Juan Carlos Osorio?
Juan Carlos Osorio is a Colombian football manager who has managed several clubs and national teams, including the Mexico national team. He is known for his attacking style of play and emphasis on youth development.
2. Who scored the goals for Tijuana?
Lisandro Lopez, Eduardo Aranda, and Mauro Lainez scored the goals for Tijuana.
3. When is the second leg of the quarterfinal?
The second leg of the quarterfinal will be played at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes on November 30th.
4. What is the aggregate score after the first leg?
Tijuana leads the aggregate score 3-0 after the first leg.
5. Who is the defending Liga MX champion?
Cruz Azul is the defending Liga MX champion.
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