Tigres Femenil beats Cruz Azul 2–1 and advances to the Apertura 2025 Final
With goals from Jennifer Hermoso and Diana Ordóñez, Tigres Femenil defeated Cruz Azul 2–1 (3–2 aggregate) to book their ticket to the Apertura 2025 Final.
America Covarrubias
11/18/20251 min read
The Amazonas roar and move one step closer to another title
Tigres Femenil did it again. On an intense night at the Estadio Universitario, the team coached by Pedro Martinez earned a 2–1 victory over Cruz Azul Femenil, sealing a 3–2 aggregate win and punching their ticket to yet another Liga MX Femenil Final.
From the opening minutes, Tigres displayed their trademark postseason dominance. In the 16th minute, VAR confirmed a foul inside the box, and Jennifer Hermoso calmly converted the penalty to make it 1–0. Tigres continued to attack throughout the first half, with constant pressure from María Sánchez and Barby Olivieri, though the visiting goalkeeper prevented a bigger lead before halftime.
Diana Ordóñez delivers in the decisive moment
In the second half, Tigres maintained control of the match. At the 64th minute, Diana Ordóñez rose inside the box to head home the 2–0, igniting celebrations across the stadium.
Cruz Azul tried to fight back, but the red card shown to Solange Lemos at the 54th minute made their comeback attempt even more difficult. Despite playing with one less, the visitors found a late goal through a penalty converted by Deneisha Blackwood in the 87th minute, setting the final score at 2–1.
A new chapter in Tigres’ golden era
With this result, Tigres Femenil reaches their ninth league final, reinforcing their status as the most dominant force in Mexican women’s football. A blend of experience, defensive solidity, and attacking creativity once again places them as the clear favorites to lift the trophy.
On the other hand, Cruz Azul Femenil closes out a historic season despite the elimination, coming closer than ever to their first league final.
What’s next
Tigres now awaits their opponent for the Apertura 2025 Final, aiming to add yet another championship to their already impressive legacy. With stars like Jennifer Hermoso, Diana Ordóñez, and María Sánchez in top form, the Amazonas are poised to continue making history.