Tigres UANL look to take control of Champions Cup quarter-final against Seattle Sounders

The Mexican club aims to build a solid first-leg advantage at home in the Concacaf Champions Cup tie.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 12:19am

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Tigres UANL begin their quarter-final campaign in the Concacaf Champions Cup tonight by hosting the Seattle Sounders at Estadio Universitario. The Monterrey side, now under the tactical leadership of Guido Pizarro, are looking to build a solid advantage in the first leg to avoid the struggles they went through in the previous round, where they flirted with elimination. Tigres are fully aware of the danger posed by the MLS team and, above all, of the importance of keeping a clean sheet so as not to hand any advantage to the away-goals rule. With the "Volcán" at full capacity, Tigres will try to impose their regional pedigree and take a firm step toward the semifinals of the most important tournament in the region.

Why it matters

The Concacaf Champions Cup is the premier club competition in North and Central America, and a victory for Tigres over the Seattle Sounders would cement the Mexican club's status as a regional powerhouse. The match also represents an opportunity for Tigres to avenge their past struggles in the tournament and establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with.

The details

Tigres UANL will host the Seattle Sounders at Estadio Universitario in the first leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup quarter-final tie. The Mexican club, now led by manager Guido Pizarro, is looking to build a solid advantage at home to avoid the kind of struggles they faced in the previous round, where they nearly were eliminated. Tigres are aware of the threat posed by the MLS side and the importance of keeping a clean sheet to avoid handing any advantage to the away-goals rule. With a packed "Volcán" stadium, Tigres will aim to leverage their regional pedigree and take a significant step towards the semifinals of the tournament.

  • The match will take place on April 9, 2026.

The players

Guido Pizarro

The manager of Tigres UANL, tasked with leading the Mexican club to success in the Concacaf Champions Cup.

Nahuel Guzmán

The goalkeeper for Tigres UANL, who will be crucial in keeping a clean sheet against the Seattle Sounders.

Stefan Frei

The goalkeeper for the Seattle Sounders, who will be looking to keep the Mexican side at bay.

Jordan Morris

The forward for the Seattle Sounders, who will be a key threat for the MLS club.

Ángel Correa

The forward for Tigres UANL, who will be tasked with providing the attacking threat for the Mexican club.

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What they’re saying

“We know the importance of this match and the challenge that the Seattle Sounders present. But we are confident in our abilities and the support of our fans to get the result we need.”

— Guido Pizarro, Manager, Tigres UANL

“This is a huge opportunity for us to make a statement in the Concacaf Champions Cup. We're ready to take on Tigres and show that we can compete with the best teams in the region.”

— Jordan Morris, Forward, Seattle Sounders

What’s next

The second leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarter-final between Tigres UANL and the Seattle Sounders will take place on April 16, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.

The takeaway

This match represents a crucial test for both Tigres UANL and the Seattle Sounders, as they look to establish their dominance in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The outcome of this tie could have significant implications for the rest of the tournament and the balance of power in North American club football.