Club Tijuana vs Necaxa: A Snapshot of the Rivalry
The clash between Club Tijuana (widely known as Xolos) and Club Necaxa is one that resonates with Liga MX fans. Despite not being a traditional rivalry like América–Chivas, their competitive dynamics, frequent encounters, and shared geography in the league foster a compelling narrative.
Club Tijuana: The Rapid Rise of Xolos
Founded in 2007 after local interest in establishing a top-flight franchise, Club Tijuana quickly progressed. Under president Jorge Alberto Hank, the team ascended to Liga MX by winning promotion in May 2011 and captured their first Liga MX title in Apertura 2012 by defeating Toluca 4–2 over two legs Wikipedia.
Club Necaxa: Tradition and Comebacks
Necaxa, though not detailed heavily in our sources, is known for its historic presence in Mexican football—originating from Mexico City and later relocating to Aguascalientes, earning a strong fanbase and several league titles.
Head-to-Head Overview
Historical Record
The two clubs have met over 25–27 times across competitions. According to FCTables, they’ve played 27 matches: Tijuana has 11 wins (~41%), Necaxa 9 (~33%), and they’ve drawn 7 (~26%). AiScore offers a similar breakdown in 26 matches: 10 wins for Tijuana, 9 for Necaxa, and 7 draws.
Recent Results
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April 5, 2025: Necaxa beat Tijuana 2–1 at Estadio Caliente.
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September 1, 2025: Tijuana returned the favor, trouncing Necaxa 3–0, with two goals from Frank Boya and one from Adonis Preciado.
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Other recent matchups include a 2–1 Tijuana victory in October 2024.
Between April 2024 and October 2024, both teams traded tight contests, often decided by a single goal.
Summary Table
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 26–27 |
| Tijuana Wins | ~10–11 (~38–41%) |
| Necaxa Wins | ~9 (~33–35%) |
| Draws | ~7 (~25–26%) |
| Goals Scored (Tijuana) | ~41 |
| Goals Scored (Necaxa) | ~38 |
| Avg Goals Per Match | ~2.9 (based on recent high-scoring games) |
These figures illustrate a closely matched rivalry, with slight edge swings depending on form.
Recent Form & Trends
Club Tijuana
As of late August/early September 2025, Tijuana boasts unbeaten form in their last three matches: two wins and a draw. Their offense has been especially potent, scoring 7 goals over that stretch. In earlier 2025 form, Tijuana’s last five included high-scoring games—overall, they netted 11 goals but conceded 13, with all matches featuring over 2.5 total goals.
Club Necaxa
Necaxa’s momentum has fluctuated. In April 2025, they secured a third consecutive win, including the 2–1 triumph over Tijuana. However, heading into September 2025, they’ve stumbled: no wins in their last three matches, scoring only once while conceding five. In earlier 2025, out of five games, they won three, scoring 10 and conceding 9—most matches featured over 2.5 goals and BTTS (both teams to score).
Head-to-Head Recent Trends
Head-to-head, Necaxa recently had the upper hand (e.g., April 2025 win), but Tijuana struck back decisively on September 1, 2025.
Key Players & Standout Performers
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Frank Boya (Tijuana): Scored a brace in the 3–0 demolition of Necaxa.
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Adonis Preciado (Tijuana): Added the third in that same match.
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José Raúl Zúñiga (Tijuana): Among Apertura 2025’s top scorers (12 goals, tied first place) in the Clausura 2025 Liga MX season.
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Díber Cambindo & José Paradela (Necaxa): Notable offensive contributors—Cambindo with 11 goals, Paradela with 8 in Clausura 2025 standings.
What to Expect Next
Tactical Dynamics
These matches typically produce goals. Over 80% of past encounters had over 1.5 goals, and more than half surpassed 2.5 goals. Recent form suggests attacking flair from both ends, though Necaxa’s current dip may limit their offensive outcomes.
Momentum & Psychology
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Tijuana: Unbeaten streaks and home advantage make them favorites in upcoming meetings.
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Necaxa: Need a turnaround; early leads (as in April) show potential, but they must find consistency to compete.
Fan Game Changer
Top scorers like Zúñiga and Cambindo—if primed—could tilt momentum. Home advantage (Tijuana at Estadio Caliente) may also play a psychological role.
Final Thoughts
The Tijuana–Necaxa fixture continues to deliver entertainment, unpredictability, and story arcs rooted in form trends and individual brilliance.
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Rivalry remains balanced with slight swings.
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Tijuana’s offensive prowess—backed by the likes of Boya and Zúñiga—gives them current edge.
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Necaxa’s scoring talents can’t be ignored, but defensive fragilities and form dips hurt them.
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High-scoring encounters seem likely, with BTTS and Over-2.5 goals prominent in past showdowns.
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