Cruz Azul is gearing up for a pivotal juncture in the season as they navigate a demanding schedule that lies ahead. The team finds itself in a simultaneous battle for glory in both the Liguilla and the 2025 Intercontinental Cup, making every match a critical component of an already packed calendar.
December is set to be particularly challenging, with the cement team facing Tigres in the Liguilla semifinals. The matches are scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, and Saturday, December 6, creating a frenetic buildup in just a few days. Immediately following the conclusion of the second leg against Tigres, the squad will fly to Qatar for the Intercontinental Cup, where they will debut against Flamengo in an eagerly awaited Americas Derby on Wednesday, December 10.
This swift succession of crucial matches—three highly significant contests within an eight-day span—highlights the intensity of the team’s upcoming itinerary. Should Cruz Azul advance in both competitions, the stakes will escalate further. A victory over Flamengo would see them face Pyramids of Egypt in the Challenger Cup on Saturday, December 13. Victory there could lead to an even bigger challenge: a final against PSG, the reigning UEFA Champions League champions, set for Wednesday, December 17, also in Qatar.
The implications of these matches extend beyond mere competition. The potential progression to the Liga MX Final hinges significantly on these international commitments. If they navigate the complexities of the tournament successfully, they would return from the Middle East to participate in the Liga MX title series on Thursday, December 25, and Sunday, December 28.
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This grueling stretch could see Cruz Azul engaged in five high-stakes encounters over just 19 days, further complicated by the demands of long-distance travel and the pressure of competing on an international stage. For now, the immediate focus remains on the critical semifinals against Tigres.
The first leg is set for Wednesday, December 3, at 7:00 PM (CDMX) at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, with the second leg following on Saturday, December 6, at 9:10 PM at the same venue. With so much riding on the outcome, the pressure is certainly on Martín Anselmi’s squad as they aim to make their mark in this crucial phase of the season.
