Cruz Azul advances past Galaxy in Leagues Cup
A second half wonder-goal from Orbelin Pineda helped Cruz Azul to a 2-1 win over LA Galaxy to advance to the inaugural Leagues Cup final.
2019 Schedule
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2-3-1, 8th in Mexican Liga BBVA Bancomer
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Cruz Azul avoid slip up against the Galaxy (1:54)
Orbelin Pineda puts Cruz Azul back in front (1:09)
Emil Cuello equalizes from range for the Galaxy (1:05)
Jose Maduena fires Cruz Azul ahead early (1:09)
Galaxy 'for sure' to rotate squad vs. Cruz Azul
LA Galaxy boss Guillermo Barros Schelotto said that "for sure" he will rotate his squad for Tuesday's Leagues Cup semifinal against Cruz Azul.
Piojo Alvarado shines as Conejo Perez bids farewell
It may have been Oscar "Conejo" Perez's day, but it was Roberto "Piojo" Alvarado who stole the show as Cruz Azul settled for a 1-1 draw with Toluca.
Cruz Azul beat Fire to reach Leagues Cup semis
Roberto Alvarado and Elias Hernandez sealed a 2-0 victory for Cruz Azul against Chicago Fire in the first ever Leagues Cup game on Tuesday.
Cruz Azul defeat Chicago to advance to Leagues Cup semis (0:42)
Cruz Azul's Caixinha: Leagues Cup can rival CCL
Cruz Azul coach Pedro Caixinha believes the inaugural Leagues Cup between Liga MX and MLS could become stronger than the CONCACAF Champions League.
Las Vegas to host Liga MX-MLS Leagues Cup final
The final of the inaugural Leagues Cup that feature clubs from MLS and Liga MX will be held on Sept. 18 in Las Vegas.
Sources: Cruz Azul's Fierro in talks to join Quakes
Mexican winger Carlos Fierro is in talks to sign for MLS club San Jose Earthquakes, sources tell ESPN FC.
Liga MX Power Rankings: Cruz Azul leaps Leon at the top
After Leon's 12-game winning streak was snapped, there is a new No. 1 in Mexico. Eric Gomez's full Liga MX Power Rankings for Week 16.
Liga MX Power Rankings: Leon keep top spot as playoffs near
All but three teams remain in playoff contention as the Liga MX regular season nears its end. But what are their title chances, really?
Liga MX W2W4: Herrera's up-and-down America play Clasico Joven
It's almost time for Week 14 of the 2019 Clausura! Here's what to watch for ahead of another action-packed weekend in Liga MX.
Liga MX Power Rankings: Leon stay top; Cruz Azul on the rise
The Liga MX clubs' form over the last five games shows how the playoff picture might look. Leon are clearly the team to beat.
W2W4: Can Cruz Azul get back on track?
Cruz Azul have regressed massively from their run to the Apertura final. Can a date with the worst team in Liga MX help them rebound?
W2W4: Chivas look to stay perfect; Cruz Azul seek first win
Liga MX has started off a bit upside down; will the league revert back to normal in Week 3 or will the surprises continue?
Cruz Azul's increased spending is paying off
The payoff for Cruz Azul's expenditures was reaching the finals in the last Liga MX tournament, while Chivas missed the Liguilla all together.
Liga MX W2W4: Lainez-less America kick off title defense
Club America's title defense begins without key cog Diego Lainez while Chivas travel to Mexico City to take on Cruz Azul. Here's what to watch for.
Marcone set to move from Cruz Azul to Boca Juniors - source
Cruz Azul midfielder Ivan Marcone is set to move to Argentine giant Boca Juniors, and that's just one transfer nugget from across Liga MX.
Five predictions for the Liga MX 2019 Clausura
Liga MX returns to action after a short break. Will Club America repeat as champions? Can Chivas get back to its winning ways? We take a look.
Cruz Azul strengthen, Tigres stand pat in winter window
Liga MX's winter transfer window was a bit different this year. ESPN FC's Tom Marshall recaps which teams helped themselves and which did not.
Orlando City sends Yotun to Cruz Azul; Bendik to Crew
Orlando City have transfered midfielder Yoshimar Yotun to Liga MX side Cruz Azul, the MLS club announced on Thursday.
Best of Liga MX Apertura '18: Herrera unanimous as top boss
While our writers differentiated on who was the best player from the Liga MX Apertura, they all agreed on who was the best manager.
2019 Prim Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santos | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | +8 | 15 |
| Querétaro | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | +8 | 13 |
| América | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | +6 | 13 |
| U.A.N.L | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 10 |
| Pumas UNAM | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | +2 | 9 |
| Monterrey | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Atlas | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
| Cruz Azul | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 8 |
| Necaxa | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | +6 | 7 |
| León | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +2 | 7 |
| Guadalajara | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | +1 | 7 |
| Tijuana | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 7 |
| Atlético San Luis | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 7 |
| Morelia | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -2 | 6 |
| Pachuca | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| FC Juarez | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -6 | 3 |
| Toluca | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -7 | 1 |
| Puebla | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -9 | 1 |
| Veracruz | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -11 | 1 |
2019 Team LeadersMexican Liga BBVA Bancomer
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsMexican Liga BBVA Bancomer
Goal Difference116th
Goals Scored348th
Assists3Tied-12th
Goals Conceded233rd