Cruz Azul
Top Mexican ClubBlue Cross / The Celestial Machine
Spanish: [kɾus aˈsul] | Nickname: La Máquina
Football Club
Liga MX
Expert Tip: Cruz Azul is one of Mexico's most successful and popular football clubs, known for its distinctive light blue jersey and passionate fanbase.
Club History
1Foundation
Founded in 1927 by workers of the Cruz Azul cement company.
Founded in 1927 by workers of the Cruz Azul cement company.
2Golden Era
Dominant period in the 1970s with 6 league titles.
Dominant period in the 1970s with 6 league titles.
3Recent Success
Ended 23-year league title drought in 2021.
Ended 23-year league title drought in 2021.
Expert Tip: The club's full name is Club Deportivo Cruz Azul, but it's commonly referred to simply as Cruz Azul.
Trophies & Achievements
1League Titles
9 Liga MX championships (last in 2021).
9 Liga MX championships (last in 2021).
2CONCACAF Champions
6 CONCACAF Champions League titles.
6 CONCACAF Champions League titles.
3Copa MX
4 Copa MX trophies in club history.
4 Copa MX trophies in club history.
Club Information
1Stadium
Estadio Azteca (capacity: 87,000).
Estadio Azteca (capacity: 87,000).
2Rivalries
Intense Clásico Joven vs América.
Intense Clásico Joven vs América.
3Legendary Players
Carlos Hermosillo, Luis Roberto Alves.
Carlos Hermosillo, Luis Roberto Alves.
4Current Status
Competitive in Liga MX and continental tournaments.
Competitive in Liga MX and continental tournaments.
Expert Tip: Cruz Azul shares Estadio Azteca with Club América and the Mexican national team, making it one of football's most iconic venues.