Cruz Azul and Chivas Clash Again in Historic Playoff Showdown

GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Cruz Azul and Chivas are set to face off in the quarterfinals of the Apertura 2025 tournament, marking their first playoff meeting since 2006. This historic rivalry, although infrequent in the playoffs, always promises drama and excitement.

In their previous encounters, Chivas holds an edge in playoff history, having won four out of six showdowns. Both clubs enter the match with strong momentum: Cruz Azul, sitting in third place with 35 points, and Chivas, in sixth with 29 points.

The last time these teams met in a crucial playoff match was in the Apertura 2006, where Chivas eliminated Cruz Azul with a 4-2 aggregate score. Back then, Chivas displayed a powerful performance, winning the first leg 2-0 and drawing the second leg 2-2.

Historically, Cruz Azul last eliminated Chivas in the Verano 1999 playoffs, winning by a narrow margin of 4-3. Since then, Chivas has dominated their playoff encounters, notably defeating Cruz Azul in several high-stakes matches, including the dramatic 8-2 aggregate victory in 1991.

The upcoming clash will take place at the Estadio Akron, where Chivas hope to capitalize on their home advantage. However, Cruz Azul has enjoyed success in recent visits, winning in two consecutive matches against Chivas in the last two tournaments.

As anticipation builds for the match on November 27, fans of both teams are excited to see if Cruz Azul can disrupt Chivas’ playoff dominance or if the Rebaño Sagrado will extend its storied legacy in this fierce rivalry.