León are preparing to host Tijuana in a Liga MX Clausura match on Saturday, 14 March. The match is set for 19:00 hours, as jornada 11 unfolds.
León Aim to Recover Lost Ground
León failed to secure their third consecutive victory after a loss to Mazatlán. The team, under Nacho Ambriz, will aim to recover the points lost when they face Tijuana. This match is important for Ambriz. He needs to demonstrate that the club’s support in him was not misplaced, and La Fiera must begin their ascent to a qualifying position.
Currently, León are in 13th place in the General standings with 10 points.
Tijuana Seek to Rebound After Home Defeat
Tijuana, coached by Sebastián “Loco” Abreu, head into the match after a 1-2 defeat against Santos Laguna. Tijuana were unable to capitalise on their home advantage. They dropped vital points in Jornada 10, raising concerns. The team have not yet solidified their position for Liguilla.
Recent Encounters Evenly Matched
The head-to-head record between the two teams in their last five encounters is balanced. There have been two victories for each side and one draw.
Abreu Sees Opportunity
For Abreu, the match against León is an opportunity to show that the defeat against Santos Laguna was just a minor setback. It’s a chance to prove it was a mere blip in their progress.
Guadalajara are currently third in the tournament, while Santos are last with just five points.