Mexican football is preparing to close the regular season with matchday 17, where teams look to define positions for the playoffs. Notable matches include Atlas vs. Chivas, as well as Tigres against Pumas, both with final aspirations at stake.
The Tapatío Classic between Atlas and Chivas captures attention on Saturday night. Chivas arrives with the need to earn points to secure their place in the Play-In, while Atlas seeks to end the tournament with a victory over their traditional rival. For Chivas to get the last spot in the play-in, they need to win and hope that Pumas does not earn points in their game.
In another important match for the Play-In, Tigres faces Pumas. The UANL felines aim to climb positions on the table, while Pumas tries to secure their passage to the next phase. Pumas has the opportunity to advance with a victory, but if they draw or lose, they will have to depend on other results, such as earning points against Guadalajara.
At the top of the table, leader Toluca faces the always-dangerous Cruz Azul, in a match that will serve as a thermometer for the playoffs. With several thrilling moments and teams playing for their future in the competition, matchday 17 promises to be intense and decisive in defining the qualifiers and matchups in the next phase of the 2025 Clausura Tournament of Liga MX.
