Match Summary
Necaxa defeated Club Tijuana 3:0. The match was played in Liga MX 2025. Goals were scored by J. Ruiz 35′, J. Ruiz 56′, T. Badaloni 75′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Necaxa had 55% possession while Club Tijuana held 45%. Necaxa had 20 shots (9 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Club Tijuana. Expected goals: Necaxa 2.78 — Club Tijuana 0.41. Necaxa made 4 substitutions, Club Tijuana made 3. VAR was involved: Red card cancelled (Kevin Castañeda 43′).
Match Events
Key match events between Necaxa and Club Tijuana — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Monreal
Match Statistics
Necaxa had 55% possession against Club Tijuana's 45%. Necaxa registered 20 shots (9 on target) while Club Tijuana managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 13–5.
Lineups
Necaxa lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under Martin Varini, while Club Tijuana deployed a 5-3-2 under Sebastian Abreu.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Necaxa is 6.80, compared to 6.93 for Club Tijuana. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Necaxa's highest-rated starter is J. Ruiz (7.41), while Club Tijuana's best-rated player is K. Castaneda (7.36).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Necaxa have contributed 21 goals and 12 assists this season, led by T. Badaloni (8G). Club Tijuana's starters account for 25 goals and 25 assists, spearheaded by K. Castaneda (13G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Necaxa deploy 3 defenders rated 6.74 on average, against Club Tijuana's 5-man backline averaging 6.88. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Necaxa field 5 midfielders averaging 6.75, versus Club Tijuana's 3 rated 6.84. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Necaxa start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.01, compared to 2 for Club Tijuana averaging 7.03. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 81% for Necaxa and 82% for Club Tijuana. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Necaxa's starters have collected 29 yellow cards this season, compared to 65 for Club Tijuana. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Necaxa's starting XI is 26.2 (youngest: J. Ruiz (21), oldest: L. Faravelli (32)), while Club Tijuana average 26.3 (youngest: R. Arciga (21), oldest: A. Rodriguez (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Necaxa's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 28 for Club Tijuana. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Martin Varini
Substitutes
Coach: Sebastian Abreu
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Necaxa have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Club Tijuana show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Necaxa vs Club Tijuana Head to Head Results
Necaxa and Club Tijuana have met 1 times — Necaxa won 0, Club Tijuana won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Club Tijuana leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (0 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026