Cloudy conditions greeted fans for this highly anticipated clash between Tigres del Norte and Tormenta Azul. The match proved to be a one-sided affair, with Tormenta Azul securing a decisive 36-25 victory.
The first half saw a flurry of early activity. Tigres del Norte struck first in the 2nd minute with a try, but the conversion was missed. Tormenta Azul responded swiftly, scoring a try in the 5th minute and converting it to take an early lead. Alejandro Vaergas demonstrated early brilliance, adding another try for Tormenta Azul in the 7th minute, followed by a successful conversion. Tigres del Norte managed to find another try in the 10th minute, but the conversion attempt failed. They continued to press, scoring a further try in the 13th minute, again missing the conversion. Tormenta Azul responded with a try in the 16th minute, followed by a successful conversion. A yellow card for Tigres del Norte in the 18th minute provided Tormenta Azul with further momentum. They capitalised on this, scoring a try in the 19th minute and a further conversion in the 20th minute, extending their lead.
The second half continued in a similar vein, with Tormenta Azul maintaining control. Hugo Pérez scored a try for Tormenta Azul in the 42nd minute, although the conversion was missed. A red card for Tigres del Norte in the 44th minute significantly hampered their efforts. Despite this, Tigres del Norte managed to score two more tries in the 47th and 49th minutes, both times failing to convert. Tormenta Azul responded with a try from Camilo Vaergas in the 61st minute, but the conversion was missed. The game concluded with a final try from Camilo Vaergas in the 62nd minute, sealing a comfortable win for Tormenta Azul.
Key moments included Alejandro Vaergas's early tries for Tormenta Azul and the red card for Tigres del Norte. The match also saw three yellow cards and one red card issued throughout the game. Tormenta Azul's consistent scoring and defensive resilience proved too much for Tigres del Norte to overcome. Despite a spirited effort, Tigres del Norte ultimately fell short.
Tormenta Azul's Alejandro Vaergas was a standout performer, contributing two tries and a conversion. Camilo also impressed with two tries. Mateo Vaergas suffered an injury in the first half, while Íñigo López missed a conversion attempt.