The Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna match is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026, with kick-off at approximately 01:00 GMT+0. The game will take place at Estadio Universitario in San Nicolás de los Garza, Mexico — the iconic home ground of Tigres with a capacity of 41,886. This fixture is part of the Liga MX Clausura, round 5 of the regular phase. Referee details remain to be confirmed (tbc) close to match day.
This encounter pits a strong home side against a struggling visitor. Tigres have shown solid early-season momentum, while Santos arrive in poor rhythm and desperately need points to stabilize their campaign.
BETTING TIPS AND MATCH INSIGHTS
The upcoming clash promises tactical intrigue and clear contrasts in current team momentum. Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna prediction today leans heavily toward the hosts due to home dominance and recent results. Recent performances, head-to-head history, and squad availability all point toward a one-sided affair. Bettors should focus on home advantage indicators and goal-market dynamics. Key statistical edges will become evident when reviewing the latest matches and direct encounters.
Tigres UANL Results
Tigres enter this fixture in respectable early Clausura form, mixing wins with a couple of draws. They have collected points consistently in most recent outings and appear comfortable at Estadio Universitario. The team shows resilience even when not at full strength.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
| 04.02.26 | CCL | Forge vs Tigres UANL | 0-0 | D |
| 01.02.26 | LMX | Club Leon vs Tigres UANL | 1-2 | W |
| 18.01.26 | LMX | Tigres UANL vs Toluca | 0-0 | D |
| 15.01.26 | LMX | Tigres UANL vs UNAM Pumas | 0-1 | L |
| 12.01.26 | LMX | Atl. San Luis vs Tigres UANL | 1-2 | W |
Tigres have taken 7 points from the last 12 available in Liga MX matches. They remain unbeaten in three of their last four domestic games. The solitary loss came against a strong Pumas side. Home form remains particularly reliable with clean sheets in recent matches at the Estadio Universitario. Overall, the trend suggests growing confidence ahead of this round-5 encounter.
Santos Laguna Results
Santos Laguna are enduring a difficult start to the Clausura campaign. Heavy defeats have piled pressure on the squad early in the tournament. The team has struggled to create consistent danger and defend effectively.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
| 31.01.26 | LMX | UNAM Pumas vs Santos Laguna | 4-0 | L |
| 19.01.26 | LMX | Santos Laguna vs Juarez | 2-2 | D |
| 15.01.26 | LMX | Toluca vs Santos Laguna | 3-1 | L |
| 11.01.26 | LMX | Santos Laguna vs Necaxa | 1-3 | L |
| 30.12.25 | CF | Santos Laguna vs Correcaminos | 2-1 | W |
Santos have managed only 1 point from their last four Liga MX fixtures. Three consecutive league defeats highlight defensive fragility. The team has conceded 10 goals across those four matches. Away performances remain especially concerning with multiple heavy losses on the road. Confidence appears low heading into this difficult away assignment.
Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna Head-to-Head (Last 5 Matches)
Historical meetings heavily favor Tigres, especially in recent years. The hosts have dominated this fixture and rarely drop points against Santos.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
| 31.08.25 | LMX | Santos Laguna vs Tigres UANL | 0-1 |
| 16.03.25 | LMX | Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna | 3-0 |
| 21.07.24 | LMX | Santos Laguna vs Tigres UANL | 0-3 |
| 11.02.24 | LMX | Santos Laguna vs Tigres UANL | 0-3 |
| 31.08.23 | LMX | Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna | 3-2 |
Tigres have won four of the last five meetings. Santos have not beaten Tigres in this period. Three of the last five matches ended with clean sheets for Tigres. The aggregate score stands at 13-2 in favor of Tigres across these encounters. Home advantage has been decisive in recent clashes.
Predicted Lineups for Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna – Liga MX 07/02/2026
Below are the most likely starting lineups for both teams based on recent matches, current squad availability, tactical preferences of the coaches and reported team news ahead of the February 7, 2026 fixture. These are educated predictions and may change due to last-minute decisions, fitness assessments or tactical surprises on match day.
Tigres UANL possible starting lineup
Nahuel Guzmán (GK), Jesús Ángel Garza (RB), Joaquim (CB), Juan José Purata (CB), Osvaldo Rodríguez (LB), Fernando Gorriarán (DM), Romulo (DM), Diego Laínez (RW), Juan Francisco Brunetta (AM), Marcelo Flores (LW), Ángel Correa (FW)

Santos Laguna possible starting lineup
Héctor Holguín (GK), José Javier Abella (RB), Kevin Balanta (CB), Efraín Orona (CB), Bruno Amione (LB), Aldo López Vargas (DM), Fran Villalba (CM), Carlos Gruezo (CM), Cristian Dájome (RW), Lucas Di Yorio (FW), Ramiro Sordo (LW)

Key Match Factors and Team News
Several elements will shape the outcome of this Liga MX fixture. Both squads have different levels of availability and momentum entering the weekend.
- Tigres benefit from strong home support at Estadio Universitario
- Santos Laguna welcome back star striker Lucas Di Yorio after recent absence
- Goalkeeper Carlos Acevedo is confirmed fit for Santos after a recent scare
- Tigres missing Andre-Pierre Gignac due to suspension (recent red card)
- Long-term Tigres absentee Marco Farfan remains out (foot surgery recovery)
- Santos have struggled defensively, conceding heavily in four straight league games
- Tigres show solid defensive organization in recent home matches
- No major new injury crises reported for either side close to kick-off
- Early Clausura motivation is higher for Tigres who sit higher in the table
- Santos need points urgently to avoid falling further behind
Free Tips on Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna
This section offers several practical, match-specific betting considerations that can help you make more informed decisions for the Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna clash on February 7, 2026. The tips below are derived directly from the current form, historical meetings, home/away patterns and statistical patterns visible in the early Clausura phase. They complement — but do not repeat — the key team news and injury points already covered earlier.
- Exploit Tigres’ historical dominance at home against Santos In the last five head-to-head meetings Tigres have won four times (including three clean-sheet victories), and when playing at Estadio Universitario they have scored at least twice in every game against Santos since 2023. This long-term trend strongly supports markets such as Tigres -1 or -1.25 Asian Handicap.
- Consider low BTTS probability due to Santos’ current away scoring drought Santos have failed to score in three of their last four Liga MX away matches, while Tigres have kept clean sheets in two of their last three home league games. The combination makes “Both Teams to Score – No” one of the more statistically grounded selections for this fixture.
- Factor in Tigres’ superior recent xG creation at home Even without André-Pierre Gignac, Tigres have generated significantly higher expected goals in their recent home matches compared to Santos’ extremely low attacking output on the road (frequently below 0.8 xG). This contrast supports leaning toward home team goal markets (Tigres Over 1.5 or Over 1.75 team total).
- Watch the first-half market – Tigres frequently open the scoring at home In four of the last five home wins against Santos, Tigres scored the opening goal, often before the 35th minute. Combined with Santos’ slow starts in recent away fixtures (conceding early in three of four road games), early Tigres goals or “Tigres to score in 1st half” can offer value.
- Avoid large overs unless accepting high variance While Tigres can produce 3+ goal games at home, three of the last five head-to-heads finished under 3.5 goals. Santos’ current ultra-low scoring rate on the road (averaging under one goal per game) makes “Under 3.5” statistically safer than chasing big overs in this matchup.
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Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna Match Prediction
Tigres UANL hold a clear edge in this matchup. Superior recent form, dominant head-to-head record, and strong home performances make them heavy favorites. Santos arrive with poor defensive numbers and limited attacking threat on the road. Even without Gignac, Tigres possess enough quality to control proceedings and exploit spaces. Expect the hosts to dictate tempo and limit Santos to few clear chances. A comfortable home victory aligns with current trends and statistical indicators. Tigres UANL vs Santos Laguna odds strongly reflect this imbalance, with bookmakers pricing a home win as the most likely outcome.
Our Prediction: Tigres UANL 3-0 Santos Laguna
| Prediction Type | Prediction | Odds |
| Match Result | Tigres UANL Win | 1.29 |
| Total Goals | Over 2.5 | 1.42 |
| Both Teams to Score | No | 1.95 |
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