Liga MX Play-In & Liguilla: Explained

At this moment, the number one pass of the Play-In It is between Xolos vs Juárez, sixth and seventh place, who will play for a single ticket to the tournament. For its part, the team that loses in this match will have a second chance to face the winner of the other key, which in turn is disputed between Pachuca vs Pumas.

Pachuca vs Pumas represent the competition between ninth and tenth place and whoever wins will go to Quarter finals. Likewise, whoever loses between them will play against the loser of the game between the sixth and seventh places.

When is the Play-In played?

Although it is not completely confirmed, the Play-In will start between November 19 or 20 and the last game to meet the eight guests at the League It will be played on November 22 or 23.

Classified to the Liguilla

Everything ready for the Apertura 2025 Liguilla to begin!

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1. Toluca | 37 points | +25 diff

They beat América 2-0 and are placed as provisional leaders.

2. Tigers | 36 points | +19 diff

The team was 3-1 against Atlético de San Luis.

3. Blue Cross | 35 points | +12 diff

They lost 2-3 to Pumas and stagnated in third place in the standings.

4. America | 34 points | +15 diff

They lost 2-0 to Toluca and took fourth place.

5. Monterrey | 31 points | +4 diff

They lost 4-2 to Rayados and stagnated in fifth place.

6. Guadalajara | 29 points | +7 diff

They beat Rayados 4-2 and finished the regular phase in sixth place.

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