Club Tijuana vs Veracruz: Can Xolos Avoid Another Loss Before the Start of the Playoffs?
Last season, Tijuana found itself in a similar situation. The team was sprinting through the 2016 Apertura with a dynamic attack that helped secure an early place in the playoffs. Xolos were the hottest squad in Mexico, and with Miguel “Piojo” Herrera in command, there were whispers of a possible league title for the club. […]
Tigres vs Club Tijuana: The Return of Miguel Herrera
Following a five-match ban, Tijuana manager Miguel “Piojo” Herrera is set to lead Xolos in this Saturday’s game against Tigres. A spot in the playoffs has already been secured for the squad, leaving the coach with the role of maintaining momentum for Tijuana before the Liguilla. Unfortunately for Xolos fans, the upcoming gameday roster won’t […]
SoccerNation Exclusive: Paul Arriola and the first place Xolos
Paul Arriola has had quite the unique soccer ride in the Spring of 2017. Fighting with a relentless vigor for his place with both club and country since the turn of the new year, logging more travel miles than ever before, Arriola is currently in fine form as April draws to a close. He and […]
SoccerNation Exclusive: Joe Corona and the league leading Xolos
After a long and strenuous time away from Baja California and his home just on the other side of the border, the 2017 Liga MX Clausura has seen a rather joyous homecoming for Joe Corona. He’s a player that will forever hold a special spot inside the collective heart and soul of Los Xoloitzcuintles, Corona […]
Club Tijuana vs Toluca Preview: Battle for 1st Place and a Spot at the Playoffs
At the risk of sounding hyperbolic, Friday night’s match against Toluca will be one of Xolos’ most important games of the regular season. Although Tijuana has had its fair share of impressive victories, a win against the current first-place team would speak volumes to media and fans that have at times overlooked the club. Lost […]
Club Tijuana 0-0 Club America: Xolos trudge to a third draw in a row
Despite the hype surrounding Friday night’s highly-anticipated clash, both Tijuana and America emerged scoreless in a quiet draw at the Estadio Caliente. Looking back at the highlights, Xolos will perhaps feel as if they missed a big opportunity to earn three vital points at home. Although Las Aguilas were occasionally threatening off counters, it was […]
Atlas 3-3 Club Tijuana: Aviles Hurtado Shines in Liga MX’s Thrilling Goalfest
Following six goals, three penalty kicks and 90 minutes of some of the most entertaining Liga MX soccer of the season, Xolos emerged from Guadalajara with a 3-3 draw against Atlas. Considering that Tijuana went down to ten men in the 71st minute — thanks to a shoulder charge from Jorge Ortiz — Xolos were […]
Atlas vs Club Tijuana preview: Xolos Head to Guadalajara Without Key Figures
During the next few weeks, Tijuana will have to carry on without manager Miguel “Piojo” Herrera. Following a two-game suspension for comments towards referees in the 1-1 draw with Santos Laguna, Herrera was given another three-match ban after an altercation with a fan. With a five-game punishment now set for the former national team coach, […]
Club Tijuana 1-1 Santos Laguna: Xolos Rescue Late Draw at Home
It may not have been the most attractive performance from Tijuana, but Xolos managed to stumble out of Friday’s game with a 1-1 draw against Santos. Thanks to a 93rd minute goal from Juan Martin Lucero, Tijuana salvaged a point out of a match that should have deservedly been a narrow victory for the opposition. […]
Club Tijuana vs Santos Laguna: Xolos Aiming for a Victory Before a Difficult April Schedule
This Friday night, Tijuana will have no excuses against Santos. On paper, Xolos have the superior roster, better form over the 2017 Clausura and a home-field advantage at the Estadio Caliente. More importantly for this week’s match, manager Miguel Herrera must also recognize the need to earn three points before a daunting list of clashes […]
Queretaro vs Club Tijuana: Xolos Face Difficult Test Against the Reinvigorated Gallos Blancos
Whether it be due to the Copa MX, formation changes or just pure coincidence, it’s clear that Tijuana has struggled to provide consistent results during the past few weeks. After a bright start to the 2017 Clausura, Xolos stumbled last month in a 2-1 loss to Necaxa at home. One week later, the team blew […]
Tijuana 1 America 0: Paul Arriola sends Xolos to Copa MX Quarterfinals
It was all about a sense of true grit inside Estadio Caliente on Wednesday night, with some distinctly local flavor sprinkled into the mix. The Xolos of Club Tijuana sent the Aguilas of Club America crashing out of the Copa MX with a 1-0 victory in a tight, tense, and extremely physical round of 16 […]
Club Tijuana vs Pachuca: Xolos Host Top of the League Table Battle
Although the end of the regular season is still two months away, Friday night’s match between Tijuana and Pachuca will truly have the feel of a playoff clash. This week’s game at the Estadio Caliente will not only be a fight between 1st and 3rd place, but will also be a showcase of the league’s […]
SoccerNation Sitdown: Landon Donovan – Part Two
When it comes to American Soccer, you would be hard pressed to find a more recognizable name than Landon Donovan. The all-time leader in goals and assists for the United States Men’s National Team is also becoming a familiar face to residents of San Diego, with Donovan and his family recently moving to America’s Finest […]
Club Tijuana 2-0 Monterrey: Xolos Earn a Convincing Win at Home Over Rayados
Following two disappointing matches without a victory, Tijuana quickly repulsed any inklings of a slump with a 2-0 win against Monterrey on Friday. Thanks to goals from Ignacio Malcorra and Juan Martin Lucero, Xolos had little trouble waltzing past a Rayados side that was mostly absent during the 90 minutes in the Estadio Caliente. With […]
Club Tijuana vs Monterrey Preview: Xolos Set to Take on the Undefeated Rayados
With the halfway point of the regular season just around the corner, this Friday’s match against Monterrey is a perfect opportunity to gauge where Tijuana is at in this tournament. Up against a Rayados side that has yet to lose a game in the Clausura, Xolos fans will be able to see if their club […]