Tigres Roar Past Orlando City in Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16
Tigres put on a dominant display in the Round of 16 of the Concacaf Champions Cup, defeating Orlando City 4-2 in the return duel. Marcelo Flores shone with a brilliant performance, while Sebastián Córdova scored a spectacular goal to secure the victory for the Mexican side.
The Auriazules now advance to the Quarterfinals of the competition, where they will face Columbus Crew at the Volcano stadium. Tigres had previously tied 0-0 in the first leg, but they came out strong in the return match, overpowering their opponents from Florida.
Marcelo Flores was instrumental in Tigres’ victory, opening the scoring with a powerful strike from outside the box in the 13th minute. André-Pierre Gignac extended the lead to 2-0 with a penalty just minutes later.
Despite a brief comeback from Orlando City, Tigres maintained their lead with goals from Fernando Gorriarán and Sebastián Córdova. The game was not without drama, as Tigres’ Carioca was sent off for a dangerous challenge late in the match.
In the end, Tigres emerged victorious with a 4-2 scoreline, showcasing their strength and resilience in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The Mexican side will now prepare to face Columbus Crew in the Quarterfinals as they continue their quest for continental glory.