Xolos defeat Tigres 3-1 with late goal from Sebastián Abreu

On July 16, 2026, the Apertura 2026 season opened with Xolos de Tijuana hosting Tigres UANL at Estadio Caliente. Tigres took the lead early in the first half, but Xolos equalized through Ramiro García.

The match saw Rodrigo Aguirre sent off for covering his mouth during a confrontation, leaving his side a man down. Nevertheless, tactical adjustments and a stoppage‑time strike by Sebastián Abreu secured a 3‑1 victory for the Xolos.