The latest showdown between Tigres UANL and LAFC is set for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, as both teams vie for a spot in the Leagues Cup 2025 quarterfinals[3]. Tigres currently lead the Liga MX Phase One table with six points and can clinch the No. 1 seed with a win, having already defeated Houston and San Diego FC in previous matches[1]. LAFC, meanwhile, need all three points and some help to advance, making this match a must-win situation for the home side[2].
This will be the third meeting all-time between these clubs. Tigres previously came out on top in both the 2020 Concacaf Champions Cup final and the 2023 Campeones Cup[1]. In this year’s Leagues Cup, Tigres boast an 8-2 record, while LAFC hold an 8-4 mark[1].
Tigres have impressed in the tournament so far, remaining the only LIGA MX team to take maximum points from their first two matches[3]. Ángel Correa leads the way with a tournament-best four goals, including a brace in the 2-1 win over San Diego FC[3]. Veteran André-Pierre Gignac, the club’s all-time leading scorer, is playing a super-sub role this year[3]. Manager Guido Pizarro, in his debut season as coach, has masterminded a perfect 4-0-0 start for Tigres across all competitions[1].
LAFC’s journey has been more arduous. They’ve reached penalty shootouts in both their prior tournament games this year, drawing one and winning the other, and currently sit outside the top four required to progress[1]. Head coach Steve Cherundolo emphasized the high stakes and unique setup of the Leagues Cup, noting its passionate, high-stakes atmosphere and the growth opportunities it offers the squad[2]. Star forward Denis Bouanga will be a key figure, holding the tournament’s all-time scoring record[4].
The match is expected to be fiercely competitive and has drawn the interest of fans and bettors alike, with LAFC entering as narrow favorites at home[5]. The broadcast will be available on Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass and Apple TV+ in the US and internationally on other networks[3].
References
- [1] Match Preview: Tigres aim to secure top spot in LIGA MX Phase One table against LAFC (Leagues Cup)
- [2] LAFC welcome Tigres for Leagues Cup heavyweight clash (MLSsoccer.com)
- [3] Tigres UANL vs. LAFC: How to watch, stream Leagues Cup (MLSsoccer.com)
- [4] Preview | LAFC vs. Tigres – Leagues Cup 2025 (LAFC.com)
- [5] Tigres UANL vs LAFC Predictions Today | 2025 Leagues Cup (WagerTalk on YouTube)