Cruz Azul hosts Atlas in Liga MX match this Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:31 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Cruz Azul faces Atlas in a Liga MX match on Saturday, August 23. The reigning champions are looking to recover after being eliminated from the Leagues Cup and suffering two consecutive defeats in league play. Atlas arrives with momentum, having secured a win against Tigres, positioning them fifth in the overall standings. This match is critical for Cruz Azul to improve their standing at home amidst ongoing struggles.
- •Cruz Azul has lost two straight league matches.
- •Atlas has three wins and sits fifth in the standings.
- •Cruz Azul was recently knocked out of the Leagues Cup.
- •Match taking place in front of home fans for Cruz Azul.
- •Atlas expects to continue building positive momentum.
- 2:31 AMYahoo Sports — Confirmed line-ups for Cruz Azul vs Atlas
"The current Liga MX champion closes out Saturday’s slate by hosting Atlas, the Rojinegros. La Máquina is not going through its best moment. They were knocked out of the Leagues Cup at the very last...
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