America, Atlas, Tigres, Xolos, and Leon will have a nail-biting finish this weekend, where they will compete for the last three available spots in the playoffs The playoffs for the title, where many people claimed that the Eagles already had their ticket secured, were proven wrong by the numbers. It's true that the team managed by Andre Jardine has its destiny in its own hands as they face Atlas at Banorte Stadium. A win or a draw would guarantee their place in the final stage, while Atlas is obligated to win, because a draw would eliminate them. But what they can't afford is to lose, since wins for Atlas, Tigres, and Xolos would eliminate them from contention, which would be a major blow to the pride of the America organization. However, the reality is that the possible scenarios aren't that complicated. Tijuana would only need to win 1-0 if America loses by two goals, or Xolos could win by at least two goals and America loses 1-0. Atlas also only needs a win to secure one of the three playoff spots, but as we mentioned, they can't afford to lose against America, provided Tigres and Xolos defeat Mazatlan and Chivas, respectively. Meanwhile, the northern felines need a win to guarantee their qualification, as Xolos would have to thrash their rival, Chivas, to be eliminated despite a victory. A draw could jeopardize Tigres' playoff hopes, as Leon and Tijuana could overtake them in points and knock them out of the top eight. Currently, all three teams have 22 points, but UANL's goal difference is in their favor. Xolos will be looking for a decisive victory against Chivas at Estadio Akron to secure their playoff berth. Any other result will leave them out of the playoffs. A very similar case to Leon, who need to win their final match against Toluca at the Nemesio Diez Stadium and hope for losses by Tigres, Atlas, and Tijuana.

Nothing is set in stone at the top of the table either

Nothing is set in stone at the top of the standings, as Pumas face Pachuca at Estadio Hidalgo. The felines need a win or a draw to secure second place, but a draw against Pachuca would eliminate their chances of fighting for the overall lead, currently held by Chivas, who will have to go for the win or at least a draw when they host Xolos de Tijuana.

Meanwhile, Cruz Azul needs to beat Necaxa to have a chance at third place. Barring a combination of goals, it seems unlikely they can capitalize on a Pumas loss to reclaim second place, which would be ideal for the playoffs.

Toluca, for its part, can eliminate Leon with a win and aspire to take fourth place from Cruz Azul, but a loss to Leon and an America win over Atlas would take fifth place from them. site of the big party.