Xolos beat Atlas 2–0 and will face Juárez in the Play-In

Xolos close the regular season with authority at Estadio Caliente

Club Tijuana earned a crucial 2–0 victory over Atlas in Matchday 17, securing their place in the Play-In, where they will host Juárez FC at the Estadio Caliente.

Under the leadership of Sebastián “Loco” Abreu, the Tijuana side displayed defensive order, intensity, and a dominant aerial game that allowed them to take the win with goals from Jesús Gómez Molina in the 64th minute and Unai Bilbao in the 72nd — both scored with headers after set-piece plays.

Atlas ends the season in disappointment under Diego Cocca

On the other hand, Atlas failed to respond to the local pressure and was officially eliminated from contention.

Despite moments of effort, the Rojinegros struggled to create clear scoring chances, while Tijuana’s defense remained firm — backed by their goalkeeper and an enthusiastic crowd that filled the Estadio Caliente with energy from start to finish.

Tijuana’s momentum builds ahead of the Play-In

With this win, Xolos head into the postseason full of confidence and rhythm. Abreu’s team seems to have found the right balance between attack and defense, something fans in Tijuana hadn’t seen for several tournaments.

Their upcoming match against Juárez FC will be decisive, as a victory would send them into the Liguilla of Mexican football, marking an important milestone for the club and its supporters.

Conclusion

The 2–0 win over Atlas not only secured three valuable points but also confirmed the positive evolution of a team that continues to grow under the command of “Loco” Abreu. While Tijuana prepares for a crucial home Play-In matchup, Atlas ends the tournament surrounded by uncertainty, facing an offseason of tough questions and possible changes ahead.