Felines emerged victorious from a two-goal deficit to claim the title in a dramatic Clausura 2023 final, defeating Chivas at Akron Stadium in a breathtaking finish.
The Championship match wrapped up the Closing Tournament of the MX season on Sunday, May 28, as Chivas faced Tigres. Guadalajara appeared poised to seal the crown after early strikes from Roberto Alvarado and Victor Guzmán gave them a fast start. Yet the Felinos answered back with goals from André-Pierre Gignac and Sebastián Córdoba, leveling the score line and setting the stage for a dramatic stretch of play.
As regulation time expired and extra time began, Guido Pizarro produced a moment of brilliance that tipped the balance in favor of UANL. His contribution during extra time proved decisive, securing Tigres’ eighth league title and cementing a memorable chapter in Mexican football history.
For fans and analysts alike, GOAL provided a thorough recap of the match, including noteworthy moments and key statistics, as part of OPTA’s extensive coverage of the competition.
CHIVAS VS TIGRES: MINUTE BY MINUTE
Recaps and live updates highlighted the tense first-half rush from Chivas, followed by Tigres’ resilient response. The tempo swung back and forth as both sides traded chances, with confidence rising on the Tigres bench as the clock wound down. The decisive period saw a surge of energy from Tigres in extra time, culminating in Pizarro’s heroics that sealed the result.
THE PREVIOUS
In earlier rounds, both teams demonstrated their championship pedigree, overcoming setbacks and delivering strong performances to reach the final in spectacular fashion. The road to glory featured gripping battles, standout goals, and moments of tactical ingenuity from coaches seeking to lift the Clausura trophy.
HOW TO SEE ON TV AND ONLINE
Viewers could watch the final on Las Estrellas, Azteca 7, TUDN, and Afizzionados, with streaming options available through Vix+ and Azteca Deportes apps on iOS and Android devices.
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CHIVAS
Jimenez; Young Man, Sepúlveda, Sepúlveda, Orozco Chiquete; Gonzalez, Beltran, Guzman; Cisneros, Vega and Alvarado.
TIGRES
Guzman; Garza, Pizarro, Reyes, Aquino; Carioca, Vigon, Córdoba; Lainez, Chinones and Gignac.
Which team will win the Clausura 2023 Liga MX?
- eleven%Monterey
- 22%America
- 43%Chivas
- 2%Toluca
- 17%tigers
- 5%Other
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