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Cruz Azul and Club America Set to Battle in the Liga MX Final Showdown
In a thrilling culmination to the Torneo de Clausura 2024 in the Liga MX, two of Mexico’s most revered teams, Cruz Azul and Club America, are set to face off in a classic showdown in the heart of Mexico City.
Originating from the bustling streets of Mexico City, these two clubs, being the top two in the league standings, are gearing up for an intense two-legged final series that promises high stakes and intense rivalry.
The clash between Cruz Azul and Club America is known as the ‘clásico joven,’ representing a more recent rivalry compared to other longstanding clashes in Mexican football like the historic Chivas versus Club America rivalry.
According to Club America, the rivalry between these two clubs was born in 1972 during a final match of the 1971/1972 season where Cruz Azul emerged victorious over the reigning champions with a resounding 4-1 victory at the legendary Estadio Azteca.
Fast forward to the present day, whilst Cruz Azul has struggled to secure a league title in 26 years, Club America has dominated in recent times, clinching four championships in the last 11 years.
Heading into the Clausura 2024 final, the showdown is about more than just claiming the title; for Cruz Azul, it’s about redemption, while for reigning champions Club America, it’s a shot at a historic back-to-back league victory.
The first leg of the Cruz Azul versus Club America final is scheduled to take place at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes (Estadio Azul) in Mexico City, kicking off at 8 p.m. local time
Fans can catch the action live on channels like Canal 5, Azteca 7, Vix+, and TUDN in Mexico, while those in the United States can tune in via Vix+ and TUDN.
The highly-anticipated Cruz Azul versus Club America final promises to be an electrifying battle between two football giants, shaping up to be a fitting conclusion to the Liga MX season.
Stay tuned for what is sure to be a thrilling conclusion to the Torneo de Clausura 2024 as Cruz Azul and Club America vie for glory in the heart of Mexican football.