Mexican League Play-In Round: Road to the Playoffs Begins

The regular season of the Apertura 2025 has concluded, with 17 exciting matchdays leading to the play-in matchups. Santos secured a 1-0 victory over Pachuca at the Estadio TSM Corona, finalizing the pairings for the Mexican league's play-in round. With three matches and two playoff spots up for grabs, the road to the playoffs has officially begun.

Pachuca missed out on a chance to secure home-field advantage by defeating Santos, which would have placed them in seventh position. Now, they must face Pumas in a crucial must-win game. The winner of this match will then challenge the loser of the Juárez vs Tijuana matchup for the final playoff spot.

The playoffs are taking shape based on the final standings, with match times yet to be confirmed. The Juárez vs Tijuana game is scheduled for November 19, while Pachuca vs Pumas is set for November 20. Stay tuned for updates on these dates, as they may change due to the FIFA international break.

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