Corona said his final appearance will come in the Tijuana vs. Cruz Azul fixture in Jornada 11 of the Apertura 2025. Outlets differ on the calendar date of the match, with RÉCORD reporting September 28 and Mediotiempo reporting September 29. He thanked the Xolos board led by Jorge Alberto Hank for permitting an organized send-off rarely granted to players. The veteran highlighted the emotional significance of finishing against Cruz Azul, the club where he spent the most years of his career. His 22-year résumé includes Cruz Azul’s drought-ending league title, multiple domestic cups, a CONCACAF crown, and Mexico’s 2012 Olympic gold.
