Cibao FC and C.D. Guadalajara are set to face each other in the Round of 16 of the 2025 CONCACAF Champions Cup. The first leg of Cibao Vs Guadalajara currently ongoing today February 7, 2025, at Estadio Cibao FC in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, seeing the Cibao with a first have early lead of 1-0, the return leg is scheduled for February 11, 2025, at Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Mexico.
This encounter marks the second time these clubs have met in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Their previous meeting occurred in 2018, where Guadalajara secured a 2–0 victory in the Dominican Republic, followed by a commanding 5–0 win at home, advancing with a 7–0 aggregate score.
Cibao FC, established in 2015, has rapidly ascended in Caribbean football, clinching multiple Liga Dominicana de Fútbol titles and the 2017 Caribbean Club Championship. Their home ground, Estadio Cibao FC, boasts a capacity of 8,000 spectators.
C.D. Guadalajara, commonly known as Chivas, is one of Mexico’s most storied clubs, renowned for its policy of fielding only Mexican players. With 12 Liga MX titles and two CONCACAF Champions League trophies, they are a formidable force in North American football.
As the 2025 fixtures approach, both teams aim to make a significant impact. Cibao FC will look to leverage home advantage in the first leg to establish a favorable position, while Guadalajara seeks to replicate their previous success against the Dominican side. Fans can anticipate a compelling contest as these teams vie for a place in the quarterfinals.
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