Cruz Azul vs Santos: The Imbalanced Clash of Contrasts
Hold onto your sombreros, folks! We’ve got a Liga MX showdown that’s about as lopsided as a three-legged donkey in a race! Cruz Azul, the Celeste Machine, leads the pack, strutting into this weekend’s match like they own the place, while Santos Laguna is staggering in like the last guest at a wedding—confused and very much on the edge of embarrassment.
As per the latest standings, Cruz Azul has “37 points”, which sounds impressive until you remember: it’s not the points that count, but who you get them from! With 12 wins, a single draw, and only one loss (against Atlético San Luis, bless their hearts), the Machine is flexing harder than a bodybuilder on market day. Not to mention they’re in pursuit of the record for the most points in a short season! Seriously, if it were any more exciting, we might need popcorn.
On the flip side of the pitch, Santos Laguna arrives in what could best be described as a “struggling” state—right down there in the penultimate position, making them about as relevant as dial-up internet. With a mere 10 points from two wins, four draws, and eight losses, the Guerreros might just need a miracle or at least a really good pep talk from a motivational speaker to draw any positive traction from this match.
But wait! There’s a twist in the plot! Santos has recently appointed a new president, the 24-year-old Alejandro Irarragorri Kalb, which could either be a breath of fresh air or the club’s last desperate gasp. Time will tell if that youth and enthusiasm can turn the ship around or if they’ll just end up shouting “stop the boat!” as it sinks.
Match Day Details
So, when can you cash in on this spectacle of football calamity? The match is set for Sunday, November 3, at 9:10 PM at the Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium, CDMX. Make sure your reverse psychology is ready because the only thing cooler than tuning in is pretending you didn’t know what happened at all.
For those of you looking to catch the excitement on your screen, the match will be broadcasted on Canal 5, TUDN, and VIX+. Tune in, turn it up, and hold onto your nachos—this should be a ride!
Recent Encounters
Interestingly, Santos might glean some confidence from their last five encounters with Cruz Azul, where they’ve managed to rake in three victories, while Cruz Azul has only one win, not to mention a draw! The last time Santos triumphed in CDMX was a glorious day in matchday 7 of the Clausura 2022, with a scoreline of 2-1. They’ve got that history in their back pocket, but let’s face it, history doesn’t score goals—so they better bring their A-game!
So there you have it, dear readers: a match that promises to be as entertaining as a circus, with one team prancing about with glory, while the other clings desperately to scraps. Will the Machine maintain its unstoppable momentum, or can Santos somehow spin the wheel of fortune? Let’s find out!
Santos Laguna plays a match against a rival from the Liga Mx Photo: Cuartoscuro
Being one of the most “uneven” duels of the weekend, the Cruz Azul Celeste Machine, current leader of the tournament, will receive at the Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium some Saints who arrive at this match as penultimate place in the table general and now without any possibility of qualifying for the repechage round.
Being already in the twilight of the regular phase of Apertura 2024, Celestes and Guerreros will be in charge of closing the Saturday activity on this 15th day of the contest; duel in which those from La Noria will seek to establish themselves in the general leadership and, in the process, keep the option of surpassing the points record in short tournaments latent. In contrast, those from the Comarca Lagunera will take to the field with the premise of adding units so as not to finish as last place in the competition.
Cruz Azul vs Santos, matchday 15 Apertura 2024. Photo: X/Cruz Azul
With three games left to finish the regular season, those led by Martín Anselmi remain the best team in the championship in every sense, because after 14 games played, they remain at the top of the general table with 37 points earned, a product of 12 wins, one draw and only one defeat (matchday 8 against Atlético San Luis). In this way, the Machine remains facing the possibility of breaking the record for the most units obtained in a short Liga MX tournament (43).
On the other hand and as already mentioned, Torreón’s team arrives in Mexico City as one of the worst teams in the competition after being in the penultimate position with only ten points (two wins, four draws and eight losses). Despite this, it should be noted that they recently made a change in the board, after appointing the 24-year-old young man, Alejandro Irarragorri Kalb, as the new president of the club.
Next, we leave the schedule with central Mexico time, as well as the signals by which you can tune in to the match between Cruz Azul vs Santos:
Sunday, November 3, 9:10 p.m., Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium, CDMX
Canal 5, TUDN, VIX+
Cruz Azul vs Santos, matchday 15 Apertura 2024. Photo: X/TUDN MEX
In their most recent five matches, the Laguneros have left the balance tilted in their favor, having three victories, with only one celestial victory and a draw. In fact, the last time those from the Comarca beat the Cruz Azul in CDMX, it was on matchday 7 of Clausura 2022, when they won at the Azteca Stadium with a score of 1-2.
**Interview with Liga MX Expert, Javier Solís**
**Editor:** Today we dive into a highly anticipated matchup in Liga MX as Cruz Azul takes on Santos Laguna this Sunday. Here to give us insight into this intriguing clash is Liga MX expert Javier Solís. Welcome, Javier!
**Javier Solís:** Thank you for having me! Excited to discuss what’s shaping up to be a fascinating match.
**Editor:** First off, Cruz Azul seems to be on a roll, leading the table with an impressive record. What do you think has fueled their success this season?
**Javier Solís:** Absolutely! Cruz Azul is in fantastic form with 12 wins, just a single draw, and only one loss in the mix. Their cohesiveness as a team is remarkable, and they’re playing with confidence that’s hard to match. Plus, they have their sights set on breaking the points record for a short season, which adds extra motivation.
**Editor:** Meanwhile, Santos Laguna appears to be struggling. With only 10 points and sitting near the bottom of the standings, what do you think they need to do to turn their season around?
**Javier Solís:** Santos is indeed in a rough patch. They need to focus on building their team spirit and implementing a solid game plan. The recent appointment of Alejandro Irarragorri Kalb as president could inject some fresh ideas, but ultimately it will be about how the players respond on the pitch. They need a miracle or at least a solid performance to pull through.
**Editor:** So, given both teams’ circumstances, what are your predictions for this match?
**Javier Solís:** On paper, Cruz Azul is heavily favored. However, we shouldn’t discount Santos entirely; they’ve beaten Cruz Azul three times in their last five encounters, which could give them a psychological edge. Still, if Cruz Azul plays at their best, I expect them to dominate this match.
**Editor:** You mentioned the historical context. Do you think it’s enough for Santos to turn the tide?
**Javier Solís:** History can be a double-edged sword. While Santos can draw confidence from past victories, they need to focus on the present. Each match is different, and they can’t rely on what worked in previous seasons if their current form is lacking. They will need to find a way to convert that history into goals.
**Editor:** Great insights, Javier! Lastly, for fans tuning in, what should they be most excited about this match?
**Javier Solís:** The contrasting narratives! You’ve got Cruz Azul strutting in with confidence and ambition to break records, versus a Santos team in desperate need of points and redemption. The drama of that clash makes it compelling viewing. Plus, the environment at the Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium is always electric!
**Editor:** Thank you, Javier, for your time and insights! It promises to be quite the spectacle this Sunday!
**Javier Solís:** My pleasure! Let’s see how it all unfolds on the pitch!
