Tigres UANL advanced to the Concacaf Champions Cup final for the first time since 2020 after a narrow victory over Nashville SC on May 5, 2026, at El Volcán in San Nicolás de los Garza. The match ended 1-0, giving Tigres a 2-0 aggregate win in the semifinal.
Juan Brunetta scored the decisive goal in the 67th minute, propelling Tigres into the final. “Tigres booked its place in the Concacaf Champions Cup final, with Juan Brunetta’s 67th-minute goal enough to push the Liga MX side past Nashville SC,” noted an analyst. This victory marks a significant achievement for the club, which last reached this stage three years ago.
The match had a vibrant atmosphere as fans filled the stands at El Volcán. Despite their efforts, Nashville SC struggled offensively, failing to register a single shot on target during the entire match. This was particularly disappointing for them as it was their first appearance in the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinal round in club history.
Injuries played a role in both teams’ lineups. Nashville’s Patrick Yazbek sustained an injury during warm-ups and was replaced by Bryan Acosta. On the other side, Tigres’ Fernando Gorriarán was substituted due to a knee injury just 14 minutes into the game.
Key statistics from the match:
- Tigres UANL scored 1 goal while Nashville SC had 0 shots on target.
- The aggregate score of the semifinal series was 2-0 in favor of Tigres UANL.
- The only goal of the match came from Juan Brunetta in the 67th minute.
Nashville SC will shift their focus back to MLS play, with their next match scheduled for May 9 against D.C. United. Meanwhile, Tigres UANL awaits their opponent for the final, which will be determined between Toluca and LAFC. Fans are eager to see how this season’s champions will fare on such a prestigious stage.
