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Atlas seeks to maintain its hegemony against Cruz Azul, which wants to secure its place in the league. (Illustration: Jesús Avilés)
The Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium is preparing to receive a confrontation full of expectations this weekend, when Cruz Azul and Atlas face each other in a crucial duel corresponding to matchday 16 of Clausura 2024 of the MX League.
Those led by Martín Anselmi, who return to their fortress in Mexico City, aim to make the fans vibrate and consolidate their dream of securing a place in the direct league. After a period of ups and downs, Cruz Azul is looking to regain its position as one of the main contenders for the title, and the recent rebound predicts a promising tournament finish for La Maquina Cementera.
On the other hand, the Atlas Foxes arrive at the imposing building with the urgency of adding three points that will allow them to keep alive the hope of qualifying for the Play-In. Despite occupying the fifteenth position in the general table with only 13 units, the team led by Beñat San José hopes to surprise and put an end to Cruz Azul’s positive streak.
Regarding the history of confrontations between both teams, the recent hegemony that the people from Guadalajara have maintained over those from the capital is notable. In the last five games, Atlas has won three times, including a playoff match, while Cruz Azul has only managed to win twice.
In the last tournament, the Rojinegros passed over Cruz Azul, who could do little in the game. (Mexsport)
The match between Cruz Azul and Atlas is scheduled for Sunday, April 21 at 6:00 p.m. (central Mexico time) at the Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium. Fans will be able to enjoy the live broadcast on television through TUDN, as well as online through the ViX Premium streaming platform.
With both teams fighting for their goals in the final stretch of the tournament, an electrifying duel is expected that will keep spectators on the edge of their seats until the last minute.
The Cement Machine in recent tournaments has been dominated by the Foxes. (Mexsport)
- Opening 2023 | Atlas 2 – 0 Cruz Azul | Journey 1
- Closing 2023 | Cruz Azul 0 – 1 Atlas | Reclassification
- Closing 2023 | Cruz Azul 1 – 0 Atlas | Day 7
- Opening 2022 | Atlas 3 – 2 Cruz Azul | Journey 3
- Shout Mexico C22 | Cruz Azul 1 – 0 Atlas | Day 12
Date: Sunday April 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. central Mexico time
Stadium: Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium
Transmission: TUDN and Vix
