Club Tijuana suffered their second defeat in the 2026 Leagues Cup after losing 1-0 to San Diego FC at Snapdragon Stadium. Bryan Zamblé's goal in the 22nd minute sealed the match, leaving Xolos without points in their first two tournament games. With this result, Club Tijuana is eliminated from the competition, while San Diego FC keeps their hopes of advancing to the Final Stage alive. League standing: 2nd in Liga MX, 7 pts, 2W-1D-0L from 3 games, recent form DWW.
What happened in the match?
San Diego FC dominated from the start with suffocating pressure that prevented Club Tijuana from playing out cleanly. A defensive error by Xolos allowed Bryan Zamblé to receive the ball and beat José Antonio Rodríguez with a precise shot. Despite Tijuana's efforts, they couldn't equalize. The Mexican team had moments of danger with long-range shots, but it wasn't enough to avoid defeat.
Why does it matter for Club Tijuana?
Elimination from the 2026 Leagues Cup is a blow for Club Tijuana, who were looking to earn points in their first international tournament of the year. With this result, the team must now focus on Liga MX, where they are currently in second place with 7 points in 3 matches. Xolos have shown good form in the domestic league, with a 3-game unbeaten run (3W-2D-0L).
What's next for Club Tijuana?
Club Tijuana's next fixture will be at home against Cruz Azul on August 17. Xolos will look to maintain their good form in Liga MX and consolidate their position near the top of the table. With a team in good shape and a solid defense (only 1 goal conceded in 3 games), Tijuana has the tools to face their rivals.
