Cruz Azul Aims for Redemption Against Struggling Santos Laguna

Mexico City, Mexico — Cruz Azul is seeking redemption in their upcoming match against Santos Laguna on February 19, 2025, after a disappointing loss to Tigres UANL that saw them drop several spots in the Liga MX standings. The team’s head coach, Vicente Sánchez, has emphasized the importance of securing three points against the bottom-placed Santos.

Following the recent defeat, Cruz Azul, currently positioned eighth with 11 points, faces Santos, who have struggled throughout the season and sit last in the league with only one point. The match will kick off at 9:05 PM local time at Estadio TSM Corona.

Coach Sánchez expressed relief, stating that he will have a full squad available, including the return of defender Jorge Sánchez, who has been sidelined due to injury. “Having Jorge back is a breath of fresh air for us,” Sanchez said. However, it is uncertain if he will start right away after recovering from a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

According to Fabián Reyes, a sports reporter, Sánchez is contemplating a tactical change and might replace Jorge with Rodolfo Rotondi due to the former’s uneven performance during matches. “We have to make strategic decisions that benefit the team,” Reyes quoted Sánchez.

The stakes are high for Cruz Azul, especially with the double competition they face in the Copa de Campeones de la Concacaf. As they prepare for this crucial encounter, the team’s morale has been further affected by speculation surrounding potential changes in the coaching staff, including rumors of Guillermo Almada being a candidate to take over from Sánchez.

Total transparency is provided for fans, as the game will be aired on multiple platforms: Channel 5 on Televisa for open television, TUDN for premium cable, and Vix for streaming. Additionally, live updates will be available on Vamos Azul’s official channels.

Cruz Azul must capitalize on their home-field advantage and the expectation of a win against Santos, challenging the narrative of their last performance while also looking forward to future matches.