Liga MX Gameweek 12, Apertura
Tigres UANL 1 - 1 FT Cruz Azul
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
43' Marco Farfan
HT
Carlos Rodríguez 50'
51' J. Brunetta (A. Correa)
Gonzalo Piovi 57'
↓ L. Faravelli ↑I. Rivero 67'
74' ↓ O. Herrera ↑U. Antuna
↓ J. Paradela ↑M. Bogusz 75'
75' ↓ J. Angulo ↑J. Sanchez
↓ L. Romero ↑J. Marquez 75'
↓ J. Sanchez ↑A. Sepulveda 82'
↓ C. Rotondi ↑O. Campos 82'
83' ↓ J. Brunetta ↑J. Vigon
A. Sepulveda 90'
José Rivero 90'+5
90'+6 Nahuel Guzmán
90'+7 Joaquim
90'+11 Javier Aquino
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tigres UANL
Goalkeepers
Nahuel Guzmán 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Javier Aquino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joaquim 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Jesús Angulo 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
2
Tackles
Marco Farfan 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Rômulo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Lainez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fernando Gorriarán
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Brunetta 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.6
Rating
Ozziel Herrera 
DRIBBLER
6
Dribbles
6
Dribbles
7
Attempts
86%
Success %
Forwards
Ángel Correa 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
1
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Carlos Rodríguez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Juan José Purata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iván López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rafael Guerrero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Pablo Vigón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcelo Flores
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bernardo Parra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André-Pierre Gignac
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Uriel Antuna
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Garza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cruz Azul
Goalkeepers
Kevin Mier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jorge Sánchez
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
Willer Ditta 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Érik Lira 
MAGNET
74
Activity
74
Activity
68
Passes
6
Duels
Gonzalo Piovi
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
73%
Pass Acc
Carlos Rotondi
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
José Paradela
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Carlos Rodríguez
MAGNET
101
Activity
101
Activity
89
Passes
12
Duels
Lorenzo Faravelli 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Luka Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Forwards
Gabriel Fernández
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Andrés Gudiño
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Omar Campos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Orozco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mateusz Bogusz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ignacio Rivero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeremy Márquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amaury García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ángel Sepúlveda 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
7.2
Rating
J. Rodarte
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Gutierrez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/07/2025 | Tigres UANL | 1 - 1 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Universitario |
| 12/04/2025 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 1 | Tigres UANL | Liga MX | Estadio Azteca |
| 10/05/2025 | Tigres UANL | 1 - 1 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Universitario |
| 05/02/2025 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 0 | Tigres UANL | CONCACAF Champions League | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
12/07/2025
12/04/2025
10/05/2025
05/02/2025
Tigres UANL Win
Cruz Azul Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +20
P: 16 GD: +7
P: 18 GD: +14
P: 16 GD: +8
P: 14 GD: +14
P: 15 GD: +10
P: 14 GD: +4
P: 16 GD: -1
P: 14 GD: -1
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 13 GD: -6
P: 12 GD: -10
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -8
P: 12 GD: -10
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Tigres UANL
Cruz Azul
Tigres UANL
Cruz Azul
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Late VAR Drama Denies Tigres as Cruz Azul Snatch a Point
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. A tactical chess match exploded into life, proving that no lead is safe when the stakes of direct playoff qualification are on the line.
Opening Act
The atmosphere inside Estadio Universitario was electric from the first whistle, demanding a soaring Intensity from both sets of players. Cruz Azul arrived with absolute confidence, intent on silencing the home crowd. The visitors dominated possession with a commanding 65%, dictating the tempo and forcing Tigres UANL to absorb immense pressure. Despite facing relentless waves of attacks, the home defensive unit held firm. Jesús Angulo put in a monumental shift at the back, repelling early threats and keeping the Balance of the match firmly intact through a cagey opening forty-five minutes where neither side wanted to blink first.
The Pivot
The tactical stalemate was shattered in the 51st minute. Against the run of play, Tigres engineered a clinical breakout. A. Correa found J. Brunetta, who finished with devastating precision to send the home fans into delirium. This breakthrough instantly dialled up the Stakes. Forced into chasing the game, the visitors committed bodies forward, transforming the match into an expansive shootout. With a staggering 28 combined shots flying toward goal across the ninety minutes, the final half-hour became a breathless affair. Ozziel Herrera tried to orchestrate rapid counter-attacks to kill the game off, but La Máquina simply refused to surrender.
Resolution
The climax delivered maximum heartbreak for the hosts. Just as the clock struck the 90th minute, a crucial VAR intervention halted play. A controversial penalty was confirmed involving José Rivero, paving the way for ultimate late-game drama. Super sub A. Sepulveda, who only entered the fray in the 82nd minute, stepped up and buried the spot-kick to silence the stadium. This massive late Upset Factor ensures Cruz Azul remain firmly entrenched in second place, just three points off the summit. Meanwhile, Tigres are left to rue a missed opportunity, marooned in seventh and battling fiercely to secure their playoff spot.
Key Questions
Did Tigres UANL deserve the late equalizer?
Actually, it was Cruz Azul who snatched the late 90th-minute equalizer. Given their heavy 65% possession and relentless attacking pressure, a point was thoroughly deserved.
How did substitute Juan Brunetta change the game?
Brunetta actually started the match for Tigres. He broke the deadlock with a brilliant 51st-minute strike, briefly putting the home side in control of the tie.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Cruz Azul's Title Charge Faces Roaring Tigres Test
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. Cruz Azul can underline their championship credentials, but Estadio Universitario is never an easy hunting ground.
The Setup
October 05, 2025, brings a monumental Apertura clash as Cruz Azul roll into the Estadio Universitario. The visitors sit comfortably in second place with 27 points, embroiled in a fierce title race. Tigres UANL, lingering in seventh with 17 points, are fighting to climb into the top playoff spots. A modest Balance rating highlights the ten-point gap between the sides, while Cruz Azul's strong Form reflects their clinical recent performances compared to Tigres' domestic stuttering. The Stakes are massive for the visitors' championship push. However, an off-the-charts Stars metric guarantees drama, with attacking catalysts like José Paradela capable of turning the tide in a heartbeat.
Key Battle
The penalty area will be a war zone when Nahuel Guzmán faces off against Gabriel Fernández. The veteran Tigres goalkeeper has built a career on frustrating elite strikers with his reflexes and commanding presence. He will need to be at his absolute best to deny Fernández, who thrives on half-chances and will look to exploit any momentary lapse in the home defense.
Our Prediction
We expect Cruz Azul to edge a 2-1 thriller. Tigres will use the crowd's energy to press early, but the visitors' cohesive attacking patterns and lethal finishing will ultimately break down the home resistance late in the second half.