Cruz Azul vs. Club América: A Semifinal Clash in Liga MX Clausura 2025
The Liga MX Clausura 2025 semifinals feature a highly anticipated matchup between Cruz Azul and Club América, reigniting the fierce rivalry known as "El Clásico Joven." This two-legged tie promises excitement as both teams vie for a spot in the final.SI+1Bolavip+1
🏟️ First Leg Overview
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Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025
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Venue: Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Mexico City
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Kick-off Time: 10:00 PM ET / 9:00 PM CT / 7:00 PM PT
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Broadcast in the USA: TUDN, Univision, ViX+ Reuters+5SI+5Diario AS+5Diario AS+1SI+1
🔥 Recent Encounters
In their last five meetings:
Their most recent clash ended in a 0-0 draw during the Liga MX Clausura 2025 regular season on April 12, 2025. SI+1Bolavip+1
📈 Team Form
Cruz Azul:
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Unbeaten in their last 18 matches across all competitions.
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Advanced to the semifinals after defeating León with a 5-3 aggregate score.
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Key player Andrés Montaño is sidelined due to a torn ACL. SIReuters+1Diario AS+1
Club América:
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Defending champions aiming for a fourth consecutive title.
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Reached the semifinals by overcoming Pachuca with a 2-0 aggregate, highlighted by a brace from Alejandro Zendejas. Reuters+1Diario AS+1
🧠 Tactical Insights
Cruz Azul, under manager Vicente Sánchez, has adopted a pragmatic approach, focusing on solid defense and swift counterattacks. Despite injuries to key players, their resilience has been commendable.
Club América, led by André Jardine, continues to showcase attacking prowess, with Zendejas playing a pivotal role. Their experience in high-stakes matches could be a decisive factor.Diario AS+1Reuters+1
🗓️ Upcoming Fixture
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Second Leg: Sunday, May 18, 2025
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Venue: Estadio Azteca, Mexico CitybeIN SPORTS+1Diario AS+1Diario AS+4Sportsgambler+4Sofascore+4
The outcome of this semifinal will determine who advances to the Liga MX Clausura 2025 final. Fans worldwide eagerly await the continuation of this storied rivalry.
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