FC Juárez and Pachuca are set to face off on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez in the decisive Play-In match for the last quarterfinal spot in Liga MX Apertura 2025. FC Juárez, which finished eighth in the regular season with 23 points, has struggled in elimination matches, having failed to advance past the Play-In stage in recent tournaments, including a 3-1 loss to Tijuana in the current playoffs. Pachuca, ninth in the regular season with 22 points, recently appointed Esteban Solari as their new coach after Jaime Lozano's departure, and they eliminated Pumas 3-1 in their previous series. The winner of this match will join the already qualified Tigres, Tijuana, Cruz Azul, Guadalajara, América, and Monterrey in the quarterfinals, with Toluca awaiting the victor. FC Juárez's coach Martín Varini remains optimistic despite a recent loss, emphasizing their motivation and desire to reach the playoffs for the first time since their promotion in 2019. Pachuca's interim coach Solari, who took charge just days before the match, expressed confidence in his team's energy and commitment, noting their recent victory over Pumas. Historically, Pachuca has a slight edge with four wins in 12 matches against Juárez, but both teams are eager to secure their place in the knockout stage.