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Jaiba Brava Clinch Apertura 2025 Liga de Expansión Title on Escoboza’s Late Penalty

The win delivers a second Expansión crown for Tampico Madero, placing them behind only Atlante on the league’s title list.

Overview

  • Jaiba Brava beat Irapuato 1-0 in the second leg at Estadio Tamaulipas to win the final 1-0 on aggregate after a 0-0 first leg.
  • Alonso Escoboza was fouled in the box in the 85th minute and converted from the spot minutes later to decide the championship.
  • The result reflected a season defined by defensive solidity and strong home form, with Jaiba Brava winning all of their playoff games in Tamaulipas.
  • Coach Marco Antonio “Chima” Ruiz secured the title months after a runner-up finish in the Clausura 2025, giving the club its second Expansión-era trophy.
  • Irapuato concluded a notable first tournament back in the division as runners-up after a decade away, advancing on a compact, defense-first approach.