Apertura 2025 is heating up as Cruz Azul prepares to face Necaxa in Matchday 14. The match will take place on October 21, 2025, at 1:15 PM ET. Cruz Azul is looking to secure their position at the top of the table, currently sitting in second place with 28 points. A victory would help them close the gap to just three points behind leaders Toluca.
Cruz Azul’s Recent Performance
Cruz Azul recently achieved a remarkable comeback against América, which solidified their position in the playoff race. With a direct path to Liguilla now secured, they aim for another important win this weekend.
Upcoming Challenges
Following the match against Necaxa, Cruz Azul’s toughest challenge will be against Monterrey in Jornada 15. Securing points in this upcoming match is crucial for their title aspirations.
Necaxa’s Struggles
Necaxa finds itself near the bottom of the table, currently in penultimate place with only nine points. The team has recorded two wins, three draws, and eight losses across 13 matches.
Critical Need for Points
To maintain hopes of advancing to the next round, Necaxa must avoid any losses, depending on favorable outcomes from other matches as well.
Head-to-Head History
The recent history between these two teams shows a competitive rivalry. In their last five encounters, Necaxa has managed to win twice, while Cruz Azul has claimed victory three times:
- Necaxa 1 – 3 Cruz Azul
- Cruz Azul 3 – 0 Necaxa
- Cruz Azul 1 – 2 Necaxa
- Necaxa 1 – 3 Cruz Azul
- Necaxa 1 – 0 Cruz Azul
Predicted Lineups for the Match
| Necaxa | Cruz Azul |
|---|---|
| Ezequiel Unsain | Andrés Gudiño |
| Emilio Lara | Jorge Sánchez |
| Alexis Peña | Jesús Orozco Chiquete |
| Cristian Calderón | Gonzalo Piovi |
| Kevin Rosero | Erik Lira |
| Agustín Palavecino | Lorenzo Faravelli |
| Diego de Buen | Luka Romero |
| Franco Rossano | Carlos Rodríguez |
| Johan Rosas | José Paradela |
| Diver Cambindo | Carlos Rotondi |
| Tomas Badaloni | Gabriel Fernández |
This matchup promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams pursue their objectives in the Apertura 2025. With the implications of the playoff race in mind, fans can expect an intense battle on the pitch.
