The great goal from Cape Verde that FIFA chose as the best of the World Cup

The Cruz Azul board of directors, headed by Víctor Velázquez Rangel, reported that the club has established itself as a benchmark in sports and financial management. Since taking office in 2021, the institution has ended a drought of more than 23 years without a Liga MX title.

The titles achieved

In this period, Cruz Azul won two Liga MX championships: Clausura 2021 and Clausura 2026. It also won the Concacaf Champions Cup in 2025, two Champions of Champions (2021 and 2026), two recognitions as Team of the Season (2025 and 2026) and the 2021 Super Cup.

In addition, the club achieved a record of 42 points in the Apertura 2024 and reached first place in the Concacaf ranking in 2025.

Stability on the field and finances

Between January 2024 and July 2026, Cruz Azul remained undefeated in 86% of its official matches. Of 135 matches, he had 74 wins, 42 draws and 19 losses. Coaches Joel Huiqui (100% undefeated), Vicente Sánchez (90%), Nicolás Larcamón (85%) and Martín Anselmi (81%) led during that period.

Financially, the board highlighted that the squad was recognized in 2024 as the ninth outside of Europe with the highest market revaluation. Players like Erik Lira, José Paradela and Carlos Rodríguez are among the most valuable in Liga MX. The club also has sponsors such as Cemento Cruz Azul, Novibet, Pirma and Nikko Autoparts.

Return of Raúl Jiménez to Wolverhampton

After playing the World Cup with the Mexican National Team and taking a few days of rest, Raúl Jiménez returned to England to face a new stage in his career. The Mexican forward returned to the Wolverhampton facilities, the club where he experienced some of his best moments.

The team now plays in the Championship, the second division of English football. Jiménez arrives after a season at Fulham, where he stood out but did not reach a renewal agreement.

Reception at Molineux

The attacker was greeted with a big smile. In a video shared by the club, he is seen greeting teammates and the coaching staff. Wolves fans celebrated his return on social media, trusting that he will be a key part of their return to the Premier League.

Jiménez immediately participated in training, generating emotional reunions. His return represents renewed hope for fans who long to see the team in the top flight.

Celestial victory in Los Angeles

Cruz Azul defeated Toluca 1-3 at the Dignity Health Sports Park and was awarded the Champion of Champions of the MX League. The Machine, directed by Joel Huiqui, imposed itself with authority.

José Paradela shone with a double, while Carlos Rodríguez added another score. Alexis Vega scored for Antonio Mohamed’s Red Devils, but it was not enough. The light blue ones were superior and deservedly took the trophy.

Next challenge: Inter Miami

With this title, Cruz Azul qualified for the Campeones Cup 2026, where they will face Inter Miami. The game will be played on Wednesday, September 16 at NU Stadium, home of the Garzas. The schedule is not yet defined and the transmission will be on Apple TV.

Inter Miami, with Lionel Messi as a figure, won its first MLS in 2025 and will now seek another international title. Grief promises emotions.

The Campeones Cup pits the MLS champion against the winner of the Mexican Champion of Champions. It will be a litmus test for both teams.