The Liguilla matches for the Closing 2024 tournament are set to begin, with the best eight teams in the tournament facing off in the quarterfinals. The schedule for the quarterfinal series has been announced, with the first duels to be played on Wednesday and Thursday, followed by the second leg matches on Saturday and Sunday.
The first match-up will be between América and Pachuca, with the first leg scheduled for Wednesday, May 8 at the Hidalgo Stadium, and the return leg on Saturday, May 11 at the Azteca Stadium. Pachuca comes into the series with the upper hand historically, having won five matches against América’s one win in their previous encounters.
Pumas will face off against Cruz Azul in the quarterfinals, with the first leg on Thursday, May 9 at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, and the return leg on Sunday, May 12 at the Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium. Pumas have a favorable record against Cruz Azul in their past matchups and will look to continue their dominance in the quarterfinals.
Toluca will take on Chivas in another quarterfinal series, with the first leg set for Wednesday, May 8 at the Akron Stadium, and the return leg on Saturday, May 11 at the Nemesio Diez Stadium. The two teams have an even record in previous encounters and will look to break the tie in the upcoming matches.
The Clásico Regio between Monterrey and Tigres will also take place in the quarterfinals, with the first leg on Thursday, May 9 at the University Stadium, and the return leg on Sunday, May 12 at the BBVA Stadium. The two teams have an equal record in their past meetings and will aim to come out on top in this highly anticipated match-up.
Stay tuned for all the exciting action in the Liguilla matches as the best teams in the tournament battle it out for a spot in the semi-finals.