Cruz Azul defeats Club America 4-3 in Liga MX match
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Cruz Azul defeated Club America 4-3 in a Liga MX Torneo Apertura match held on September 12 at Banorte Stadium. Cruz Azul established a 3-0 lead by halftime behind goals from Erik Lira, Jose Paradela, and Jesus Orozco. Club America narrowed the deficit in the second half through a Brian Rodriguez free kick, but Gabriel Fernandez added a fourth goal for Cruz Azul to secure the result. The victory moved Cruz Azul into third place in the league standings, while Club America dropped to second. Club America prepares to face Chivas in the Superclasico next Saturday. Cruz Azul travels to the United States to compete against Inter Miami in the Campeones Cup.
- •Cruz Azul defeated Club America 4-3 at Banorte Stadium on September 12.
- •Erik Lira, Jose Paradela, Jesus Orozco, and Gabriel Fernandez scored for Cruz Azul.
- •Brian Rodriguez recorded a goal for Club America.
- •Cruz Azul holds third place in the Liga MX standings following the win.
- •Club America plays Chivas next Saturday while Cruz Azul faces Inter Miami.
- 7:11 AMYahoo Sports — Cruz Azul prevail over America in thrilling edition of the Clasico Joven
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