Cruz Azul is entering a crucial phase of the season with a demanding schedule ahead. The team is in contention for both the Liguilla and the 2025 Intercontinental Cup, making each match essential. December will be particularly intense, as they face Tigres in the Liguilla semifinals.
Cruz Azul’s December Matches
The matches against Tigres are not only significant but tightly scheduled. The first leg will take place on Wednesday, December 3, at 7:00 PM (CDMX) at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario. The second leg will follow on Saturday, December 6, at 9:10 PM, also at the same venue.
Intercontinental Cup Challenge
After the semifinals, Cruz Azul will immediately head to Qatar for the Intercontinental Cup. Their first match will be against Flamengo on Wednesday, December 10, in a highly anticipated Americas Derby.
Pursuing Multiple Titles
This series of critical matches—three key games within eight days—could have significant implications for the team. Success in the Intercontinental Cup could lead to further challenges. A victory against Flamengo would set them up for a matchup against Pyramids FC of Egypt in the Challenger Cup on Saturday, December 13.
- Potential Final Matches:
- Meeting PSG on Wednesday, December 17, if they progress.
Furthermore, if Cruz Azul advances in both competitions, they will return from Qatar just in time for the Liga MX title series, scheduled for Thursday, December 25, and Sunday, December 28. This rigorous itinerary might see them engaged in five high-stakes matches over just 19 days, compounded by the challenges of international travel.
Currently, the focus is on the important semifinals against Tigres. With high stakes on the line, Martín Anselmi’s squad is under pressure to perform and secure their place in this pivotal moment of the season.
