Tijuana Hosts Cruz Azul in Playoff Match

As the Liga MX playoffs kick off, Cruz Azul, the regular season leader, faces Tijuana at Estadio Caliente, where they hold a historical advantage with 14 wins in 30 encounters. Tijuana, having recently advanced after a penalty shootout loss to Club America, aims to upset Cruz Azul, who are favored with a 54.3% chance of winning according to simulations. Meanwhile, Atletico San Luis hosts Tigres UANL, with Tigres having previously defeated San Luis 1-0 this season; they enter the match as slight favorites. Club America is set to play Toluca, with a simulated prediction giving them a 50% chance of victory, highlighting an intriguing playoff atmosphere. Betting odds suggest a competitive series of matches, with various over/under scenarios being analyzed by sportsbooks. The first games are scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM ET on Wednesday.