Overview
- Toluca, Tigres, Cruz Azul, América, Monterrey and Chivas advanced directly, leaving Tijuana (7), Juárez (8), Pachuca (9) and Pumas (10) to the Play-In.
- Liga MX confirmed the Play-In for Thursday, Nov. 20, with Xolos vs Juárez at Estadio Caliente and Pachuca vs Pumas at Estadio Hidalgo.
- Pumas goalkeeper Kevin Mier sustained a reported right tibia fracture after a challenge from Adalberto Carrasquilla, who was booked; the incident is under review by disciplinary authorities.
- América’s ability to host its quarterfinal at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes is in doubt due to Alcaldía Benito Juárez rules and Plaza México concerts on Nov. 29–30, though one report says the return leg would be played there Sunday before 5 p.m.
- Jaime Lozano (Pachuca) and Efraín Juárez (Pumas) are the only Mexican head coaches in the field, and their Play-In meeting will decide whether a Mexican coach reaches the Liguilla.