Tigres, coached by Spaniard Pedro Martínez, thrash Cruz Azul in Apertura women's league

Tigres UANL, managed by Spanish coach Pedro Martínez, secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Cruz Azul on Saturday, maintaining their lead in Group 1 of the Mexican women's Apertura football league. The win marks their fourth consecutive victory, solidifying their position at the top of the standings with a perfect 12 points.

South African player Chrestinah Thembi opened the scoring in the 66th minute after a scramble in the box. Maricarmen Reyes extended Tigres' lead in the 72nd minute with a tap-in following a counter-attack initiated by Thembi. Diana Ordoñez sealed the victory with a penalty in added time, bringing her season total to six goals and extending her lead as the league's top scorer.

Cruz Azul struggled to create clear chances, with their best opportunities in the first half coming from shots by Brenda Ceren and a header by Daniela Calderón that narrowly missed the target. The team now sits fifth in Group 1 with 6 points.

In other matches, León defeated Monterrey 3-2, with a brace from Nayeli Bolaños and a late goal from Joselyn De La Rosa. Pumas UNAM thrashed Querétaro 5-0. The fourth round continues with matches including América vs. Necaxa and Pachuca vs. Guadalajara.