Tigres staged a dramatic comeback from a two-goal deficit to clinch the Clausura title, securing their eighth championship in a storied history. The second leg of the final unfolded at Akron Stadium, the decisive clash of the 2023 Liga MX Closure tournament between Chivas and Tigres. The kickoff came at 7:36 PM Central Time, setting the stage for a night of tension and tenacity.
Chivas initially looked capable of sustaining the advantage. They built a first-half lead, and for much of the match the momentum appeared to tilt in their favor. Yet the horizon shifted after the break. Tigres intensified their pressure, found a spark, and managed to level the tie, turning what could have been a lone triumph into an epic battle extending into extra time. Guido Pizarro delivered the defining moment, striking the decisive goal that sealed the championship and crowned Tigres with their eighth Liga MX title in club history.
San Nicolas de los Garza has long been a powerhouse in Mexican football, building a formidable domestic tally that stands among the nation’s best and outpacing several notable rivals in total league crowns. The victory further cemented Tigres’ legacy as one of Mexico’s most dominant clubs across multiple eras.
In GOAL we recount the most memorable moments from the match:
THE LUIS ALVARADO MOMENT FOR THE HERD
⚽ Gooooool Chivas⚽ Gooooool Chivas⚽ Gooooool Chivas
Piojo Alvarado chose belief and opened the score for the Flock, giving Chivas a 1-0 lead. The moment was captured and shared widely on social media, reflecting the intensity of the final.
— TUDN MEX (@TUDNMEX) May 29, 2023
ADDRESSING THE ADVANTAGE
ANDRÉ-PIERRE GIGNAC PENALTY MARK
SEBASTIÁN CÓRDOVA DELIVERS IN THE CLUTCH
GUIDO PIZARRO MAKES IT COUNT IN EXTRA TIME
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⚽ Gooooooooool for Tigers⚽ Gooooooooool for Tigers
Guido Pizarro scores twice more as the Tigers push toward their final triumph. The final scoreline, reported widely by coverage partners, confirmed Chivas 2-3 Tigres in a dramatic showdown marked by resilience and late-game heroics.
— TUDN MEX (@TUDNMEX) May 29, 2023
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