Cruz Azul secure spot in Liga MX 2026 Clausura final after 2-1 win over Chivas

Cruz Azul defeated Chivas 2-1 in a dramatic Liga MX 2026 Clausura semifinal second leg, securing their place in the final after a hard-fought encounter.

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The match comes to an end at Estadio Jalisco with Cruz Azul holding on for a 2-1 victory over Chivas in a tense and hard-fought Liga MX 2026 Clausura semifinal second leg.

Ricardo Marin fails to convert a headed chance from a throw-in cross as Chivas continue pushing forward in search of an equalizer. Cruz Azul, meanwhile, look to slow the tempo and manage possession in the closing minutes.

Cruz Azul make a late change as Jose Paradela leaves the pitch and Amaury Morales comes on during the closing stages of the match.

The fourth official signals eight minutes of stoppage time as Chivas push forward in search of an equalizer while Cruz Azul try to hold on to their lead.

Sergio Aguayo receives a yellow card after committing a hard foul on Gonzalo Piovi to stop a Cruz Azul counterattack.

Omar Campos receives a yellow card for an aggressive foul on Hugo Camberos. Cruz Azul then make changes as Agustin Palavecino and Omar Campos leave the pitch, with Jesus Orozco and Andres Montano coming on.

With just 10 minutes remaining, Chivas throw everything into attack knowing it is now a do or die situation in their bid to reach the final. The home side increase the pressure as Cruz Azul hold their defensive shape looking to protect the lead.

Daniel Aguirre attempts a right-footed strike from outside the box after an assist from Hugo Camberos, but his effort is well blocked by the Cruz Azul defense.

Both teams make changes as the match continues at Estadio Jalisco. For Chivas, Miguel Gomez and Jose Castille leave the pitch, with Hugo Camberos and Sergio Aguayo coming on. For Cruz Azul, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi and Christian Ebere are replaced by Luka Romero and Gabriel Fernandez.

Cruz Azul build a great move from the back that ends with

outside the box, who unleashes a shot. Diego Campillo arrives late and gets a touch that changes the direction of the ball, making it extremely difficult for Oscar Whalley, with the deflection ending in the back of the net.

The match gets back underway at Estadio Jalisco after the brief stoppage for the injury concern involving Angel Sepulveda.

The match is temporarily halted after an apparent injury to Angel Sepulveda, with medical staff quickly entering the pitch to assess the situation.

Chivas make two changes as Richard Ledezma and Santiago Sandoval leave the pitch, with Yael Padilla and Daniel Aguirre coming on to add fresh legs in the second half.

Oscar Whalley once again delivers a crucial intervention, firmly establishing himself as one of the standout players of the match. He now denies a powerful strike from Jose Paradela with a brilliant save to keep Chivas level.

Oscar Whalley produces a stunning reflex save to keep the match level after Agustin Palavecino breaks through and goes one-on-one. The Cruz Azul midfielder tries to place the finish across goal, but Whalley reacts brilliantly to make a crucial stop and keep Chivas alive.

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi fails to convert a clear opportunity, heading the ball from the center of the box, but his effort is weak and goes well wide of the target.

Cruz Azul come inches away from taking the lead after a brilliant move from Paradela, who delivers a pass into the middle where Rodriguez flicks a precise backheel into the path of Palavecino. He unleashes a shot that is deflected, and the rebound falls perfectly to Rotondi with the goal wide open, but he heads the ball off target.

Chivas make a change to begin the second half as Ricardo Marin comes into the match to replace Efrain Alvarez.

The ball is rolling once again at Estadio Jalisco as Chivas and Cruz Azul begin the second half of this intense Liga MX Clausura 2026 semifinal second leg.

The first half remains very balanced, and the scoreboard reflects it. Both teams finish the opening 45 minutes with 50% possession, while Chivas register four shots on target and Cruz Azul record five, largely thanks to their dominant opening minutes.

The first half comes to an end at Estadio Jalisco with Chivas and Cruz Azul tied after an intense opening 45 minutes filled with goals, physical play and big saves from both goalkeepers.

The fourth official signals three minutes of stoppage time at the end of the first half.

Bryan Gonzalez goes into the referee's book after committing a hard foul on Carlos Rodriguez.

Oscar Whalley steps up with two massive interventions for Chivas, the latest one coming with a brilliant close down against Ebere that leaves the Cruz Azul forward with no chance to shoot. The crowd immediately starts chanting the goalkeeper's name after the sequence.

Kevin Mier comes up with a tremendous save after a corner kick finds Santiago Sandoval for a header inside the box. The Cruz Azul goalkeeper denies the attempt, leaves a rebound, and quickly manages to secure the ball.

Jose Paradela receives the first yellow card of the match after a hard stomp on Bryan Gonzalez during midfield action.

Efrain Alvarez misses his attempt with a left-footed shot from outside the box, sending the ball well wide of the target.

The match becomes more heated after a hard foul by Palavecino on Sepulveda. Moments later, following the free kick, Piovi makes a strong challenge on Santiago Sandoval that is not called by the referee, causing the bench and the crowd to erupt in frustration.

The pace of the match slows down after a stunning start filled with end-to-end action and plenty of physical play. Cruz Azul continue to control possession, although they are not creating much danger at the moment.

The match does not disappoint, showing great intensity from both sides. Cruz Azul look more dominant and aggressive with the ball, while Chivas sit back and wait for their opportunities on the counterattack.

Oscar Whalley comes up with a tremendous save to deny a powerful crossed shot from Ebere. Cruz Azul earn two corner kicks after the play, but both chances are wasted by the visitors.

Just one minute later, Chivas respond immediately. Omar Govea received the ball from outside the box and from long range, unleashed a powerful low right-footed strike, sending a crossed shot into the back of the net to level the match.

Cruz Azul strike first after showing more intensity during the opening minutes of the match. Following a poor clearance by Campillo, the ball fell to Jeremy Marquez, who fired a shot from outside the box to put the visitors ahead.

The ball is rolling at Estadio Jalisco as Chivas and Cruz Azul begin the second leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2026 semifinals. Both teams are looking to secure their spot in the grand final after an intense first leg ended in a 2-2 draw.

The rivalry between both clubs in the Liga MX playoffs began during the 1971-72 season, when Cruz Azul eliminated Guadalajara in the semifinals with a 2-1 aggregate score. However, after that first meeting, the balance slowly started to shift toward Chivas.

The playoff history between Cruz Azul and Chivas has been evenly matched, with two series wins for each side. Guadalajara advanced in the Clausura 2003 play in round and the Apertura 2006 quarterfinals, while Cruz Azul won the Verano 1999 and Apertura 2025 quarterfinals series.

Cruz Azul will line up as follows for tonight’s semifinal clash against Chivas: Kevin Mier; Angel Marquez, Willer Ditta, Amaury Garcia Moreno, Gonzalo Piovi, Omar Campos; Jose Paradela, Agustin Palavecino, Carlos Rodriguez, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi; Christian Ebere.

Chivas will line up as follows: Oscar Whalley; Jose Castillo, Diego Campillo, Bryan Gonzales; Richard Ledezma, Santiago Sandoval, Miguel Gomez, Omar Govea, Efrain Alvarez; Fernando Gonzalez, Angel Sepulveda.

Gabriel Milito confirmed that Daniel Aguirre will be available for the second leg between Chivas and Cruz Azul.

Referee: Cesar Ramos Palazuelo

Assistant referees:

• Alberto Morin Mendez
• Edgar Magdaleno Castrejo

Fourth official:

• Fernando Hernandez Gomez

VAR:

• Erick Yair Miranda Galindo

Assistant VAR:

• Michel Caballero Galicia

Chivas vs Cruz Azul will get underway at 9:07 PM ET (PT: 6:07 PM)

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Chivas host Cruz Azul at Estadio Jalisco after an intense 2-2 draw in the first leg at Estadio Banorte.

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