Tigres dispatched reigning MLS champions LA Galaxy in the quarterfinals whilst, Cruz Azul bested bitter rivals Club América to reach the semifinals. Having left behind two of the region's most dangerous teams, Tigres and Cruz Azul have well-earned their spot amongst the final four of the competition.

A header from Juan Jose Purata six minutes from the end gave Tigres UANL a 1-1 draw at home to Cruz Azul in their all-Mexican semi-final, first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup on Wednesday. Despite the late leveller,