Jenni Hermoso’s Championship Victory
In a monumental moment for Spanish international Jenni Hermoso, she successfully fulfilled her goal of winning a championship in Mexico by leading Tigres Femenil to clinch the 2025 Apertura title on Sunday. The match against America culminated in a narrow 1-0 victory, securing a 4-3 aggregate win for Tigres in the final.
Significance of the Win
At 35 years old, Hermoso, who became a pivotal figure in the heated discussions surrounding the 2023 World Cup following her involvement in the controversial ‘Rubiales kiss scandal’, had previously faced disappointment in Liga MX finals both with Tigres and for her former team, Pachuca.
“Third time’s the charm,” Hermoso expressed jubilantly after the match, stating, “You have no idea how happy this trophy makes me. Honestly, it’s one of the most significant [trophies] because being so far from your country and family, spending a lot of time on my own… I promised I wouldn’t leave Mexico without winning a trophy, and today I leave satisfied.”
In celebration, Tigres shared a photo on Instagram showcasing Hermoso kissing the trophy with the caption, “The World Champion is now also the Champion of Mexico!”
Upcoming Challenges
Despite the accolades, Hermoso’s celebrations will be short-lived, as she is set to travel to Madrid for national team duties. Spain is gearing up to face Germany in a two-legged final for the Nations League, with the first match scheduled for Friday in Kaiserslautern and the second on December 2 in Madrid.
Legacy and Controversy
Hermoso’s contributions were vital for Spain during their World Cup victory in 2023; however, her achievements have been overshadowed by the scandal involving former Royal Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales, who received a guilty verdict for sexually assaulting her. Recently, Hermoso made a return to the national team lineup after a lengthy absence since 2024, which had been attributed by the coach to “technical reasons.”
Despite the turbulence, her triumph in Mexico marks a significant personal milestone in her storied career, carving a legacy that transcends her time in Spain.
