Probable Tigres UANL Starting Lineup Revealed for Tijuana Clash
The Liga MX returns for Jornada 13 of the Torneo Clausura 2026 after the first FIFA window of the year. Tigres UANL will visit Club Tijuana at Estadio Caliente on Friday, April 3. Kickoff is set for 23:06 (U.S.) and 21:06 (Mexico).
Match context
Tigres remain active in the CONCACAF Champions Cup and sit inside the Liguilla zone in Liga MX. The clash in Tijuana is a key fixture for both teams. Filmogaz.com reports on the expected personnel and formations for the contest.
Tigres predicted XI and formation
The probable Tigres UANL starting lineup is expected in a 4-2-3-1 shape. The team will likely field a balance of experience and recent signings.
- Nahuel Guzmán (GK) — The veteran Argentine remains the first-choice goalkeeper.
- Jesús Garza (RB) — A 25-year-old academy graduate who replaced Javier Aquino.
- Joaquim (CB) — The Brazilian center back has been a regular starter this season.
- Jesús Angulo (CB) — A versatile central defender with wide experience in Mexican football.
- Vladimir Loroña (LB) — The experienced Mexican left back is gaining the coaching staff’s trust.
- César Araujo (CDM) — A 24-year-old Uruguayan who can operate as pivot or deeper midfielder.
- Fernando Gorriarán (CDM) — A key Uruguayan midfielder whose absence is noticeable.
- Diego Lainez (RW) — A young winger valued for his speed and directness.
- Ángel Correa (CAM) — The Argentine attacker has impressed since arriving at the club.
- Juan Brunetta (LW) — An offensive midfielder who has become a regular attacking option.
- Rodrigo Aguirre (ST) — The striker brings experience in Mexican football and rotation depth.
Formation outline
The projected lineup reads as a 4-2-3-1. Defenders include Garza, Joaquim, Angulo, and Loroña.
The double pivot would be Araujo and Gorriarán. The attacking trident is Lainez, Correa, and Brunetta. Aguirre leads the front.
Tijuana probable XI and formation
Tijuana are expected to set up in a 4-1-4-1. Their listed starters aim to provide defensive solidity and midfield balance.
- Antonio Rodríguez (GK)
- Rafael Fernández (RB)
- Jackson Porozo (CB)
- Unai Bilbao (CB)
- Jesús Vega (LB)
- Iván Tona (CDM)
- José Ignacio Rivero (RM)
- Ramiro Árciga (CM)
- Kevin Castañeda (CM)
- Domingo Blanco (LM)
The formation pairs a lone pivot with a flat midfield line. One striker completes the 4-1-4-1 shape.
This preview compiles the probable Tigres UANL starting lineup and Tijuana formation for the upcoming Tijuana clash. Filmogaz.com will follow team news and confirm lineups closer to kickoff.
