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Tigres vs Toluca: Who has the most expensive starting XI in the Concacaf Champions Cup final?

Dane Arlauckas — Thu, 28 May 2026 12:56:53 GMT

It should come as no surprise that two Mexican clubs have made it all the way to the Concacaf Champions Cup final. The tournament has been dominated by Liga MX sides, and on Saturday night Toluca will host Tigres UANL from Estadio Nemesio Diez.

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Before the CONCACAF final, attention turns to Toluca’s bold Tigres raid

Bryan Arellano,David Nelson — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:52:02 GMT

Toluca and Tigres will battle for the CONCACAF Champions Cup title on Saturday at Estadio Nemesio Diez, with Antonio “Turco” Mohamed’s side and Guido Pizarro’s team both chasing continental glory after knocking out MLS opponents to set up an all-Mexican final.

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Keylor Navas breaks his silence after Pumas’ Liga MX final loss

Mariano Sánchez,William Allen — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:43:23 GMT

Goalkeeper Keylor Navas has broken his silence following Pumas’ loss to Cruz Azul in the Liga MX final, taking to social media with a message for the club’s fanbase.

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Pumas push to lock in Efraín Juárez

Sergio Mancilla,Andy Hall — Mon, 25 May 2026 16:27:14 GMT

Cruz Azul are champions of the Clausura 2026, and with the club’s long‑awaited tenth title finally secured, Joel Huiqui has earned his place on the sideline for good. After the final whistle, Cooperative President Víctor Velázquez confirmed that Huiqui will remain as head coach for next season — a remarkable rise for a man who arrived as an emergency fix and ended up lifting the trophy just seven matches later.

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Efraín Juárez has been building a long‑term project at Pumas.In one year, he’s coached 60 matches, earning 22 wins, 21 draws, and 17 losses.
Joel Huiqui arrived late and shocked the league.In just seven games, he delivered Cruz Azul’s tenth title — a run that instantly secured his future.

Joel Huiqui goes second on list of coaches to be champions with the fewest games

Marcos Olvera,Calum Roche — Mon, 25 May 2026 14:43:12 GMT

Cruz Azul were crowned Mexican soccer champions this Sunday under Joel Huiqui, the coach who took charge of the team in the final round of the Clausura 2026.

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Cruz Azul change the order in Mexico... and Chivas can’t ignore it

Marcos Olvera,Calum Roche — Mon, 25 May 2026 07:34:59 GMT

This Sunday, Cruz Azul were crowned champions at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario against Pumas, securing their 10th Liga MX star and moving ahead of Chivas in official titles.

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Hands off! Soccer’s strange trophy curse has its latest victim

Mauricio Ruiz Fernández,AS USA — Mon, 25 May 2026 06:24:34 GMT

After watching their team miss out on the Liga MX title, superstitious Pumas fans have been left wondering: Were Los Universitarios’ chances sunk by one of soccer’s strangest curses? On Sunday, Pumas fell to Cruz Azul in the Clausura 2026 final - just days after defender Nathan Silva was seen touching the championship trophy during a pre-series event.

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Cruz Azul chief confirms club decision on Joel Huiqui future

César Cruz,AS USA — Mon, 25 May 2026 05:51:50 GMT

Having guided Cruz Azul to the Liga MX title as interim head coach, Joel Huiqui is to remain in his post on a full-time basis, the club’s president has confirmed.

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How many trophies has Cruz Azul won? Liga MX title tally and overall honors list

César Cruz,AS USA — Mon, 25 May 2026 05:19:45 GMT

Liga MX has a new champion. Cruz Azul rolled into the Estadio Olímpico Universitario and defeated Pumas 2-1 on Sunday, claiming the Clausura 2026 title thanks to a 94th-minute winner by Carlos Rotondi.

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Last-gasp Rotondi the hero as Cruz Azul claim Clausura title at Pumas’ expense

Fernando Salazar,AS USA — Mon, 25 May 2026 04:43:21 GMT

The Estadio Olímpico Universitario belongs to Cruz Azul. Efraín Juárez’s Pumas fought with all their might to win the Clausura 2026 on home turf - but after Uriel Antuna’s late sending-off for the hosts, La Máquina silenced the crowd. Thanks to a 94th-minute winner from Carlos Rotondi, it was a night on which the visitors celebrated the 10th Liga MX title in their history.

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Pumas 2-1 Cruz Azul summary: score, stats and highlights | Liga MX Clausura 2026 final

AS USA — Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The worrying Pumas statistic that fans won’t want to read before Liga MX final 2nd leg

Alejandro Reza,Calum Roche — Sun, 24 May 2026 17:13:34 GMT

This Sunday brings the second leg of the Clausura 2026 final between Pumas and Cruz Azul, a game that will decide the new champion of Mexican soccer and the team that will take Toluca’s place as Liga MX titleholder.

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Pumas make controversial fan decision before the Liga MX final second leg

Fernando Salazar,Calum Roche — Sun, 24 May 2026 13:17:56 GMT

As anticipation builds for the second leg of the Clausura 2026 Liga MX final between Pumas UNAM and Cruz Azul, authorities confirmed the security protocol that will be enforced at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, where a new Mexican soccer champion will be crowned on Sunday night.

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Cruz Azul face more than just Pumas after the scenes that unfolded in Mexico City before the final

Alejandro Reza,Calum Roche — Sun, 24 May 2026 13:10:33 GMT

This Sunday, the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final will take place as Pumas host Cruz Azul in a showdown expected to deliver intense emotions both on and off the field.

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Pumas and Cruz Azul’s confirmed lineups in the Clausura 2026 final second leg

Gabriel Ramírez,AS USA — Sun, 24 May 2026 07:30:46 GMT

Heading into the second leg of Mexican soccer’s title decider, plenty of questions still hang in the air. After an entertaining but scoreless first leg in midweek, both sides will have no choice but to go all in this Sunday, as the Clausura 2026 final reaches its climax. Below is a look at the likely lineups Pumas and Cruz Azul could roll out as they chase the championship.

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Who’s going to miss the Liga MX final decider? Pumas and Cruz Azul’s injuries and Mexico call-ups

Gabriel Ramírez,AS USA — Sun, 24 May 2026 07:05:18 GMT

The teams that win the Liga MX typically boast the kind of squad depth that allows them to tweak their tactical setup on the fly based on how a match unfolds. Cruz Azul may have more options on paper than Pumas, but both rosters are loaded with talent. Still, heading into the second leg of the Clausura 2026 final, absences could loom large. These are the missing pieces that may ultimately shape who takes the title on Sunday.

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Rayados’ new boss wants to bring a major Mexico star back from Europe

Mauricio Ruiz Fernández,AS USA — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:49:58 GMT

Monterrey’s roster overhaul ahead of the Apertura 2026 appears to have had a clear target from day one: Edson Álvarez. The Mexican midfielder and national team captain has emerged as the top candidate to bolster the Liga MX side, following a direct request from newly appointed head coach Matías Almeyda.

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What do Pumas and Cruz Azul need to win the Clausura 2026 final? Second-leg results explained

Mariano Sánchez,AS USA — Fri, 22 May 2026 12:44:10 GMT

In first leg of the Clausura 2026 final, Cruz Azul and Pumas played out a scoreless draw at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes on Thursday.

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Keylor Navas, like a fine wine

Eduardo López — Fri, 22 May 2026 09:31:25 GMT

Remember Keylor 2016? At 39, the Costa Rican goalkeeper remains a difference-maker. As in his younger days. As if he were still at Levante, Real Madrid or PSG. Against Cruz Azul, in the opening chapter of the Mexican league final, Navas once again proved his timeless relevance. The best version of the Tico appeared at the defining moment for Pumas.

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Efraín Juárez defends Pumas – then aims sharp accusation at Cruz Azul: “They have the nerve to go and complain”

Alejandro Reza — Fri, 22 May 2026 10:37:51 GMT

Pumas coach Efraín Juárez, who found himself at the center of controversy after Pumas’ 0-0 draw with Cruz Azul in the first leg of the Liga MX final, said following the final whistle that Cruz Azul appeared to be seeking favorable treatment from the referees during the first leg of the final, reigniting debate over the officiating in the series.

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Cruz Azul 0-0 Pumas summary: score, stats and highlights | Liga MX Clausura 2026 final

AS USA — Fri, 22 May 2026 01:00:00 GMT

How much do tickets cost for the first leg of the Clausura final between Cruz Azul and Pumas?

Marcos Olvera,Calum Roche — Thu, 21 May 2026 06:39:33 GMT

Cruz Azul has officially announced ticket prices for the first leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final against Pumas, with fans set to pay premium prices to attend one of the biggest games of the Mexican soccer season.

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Cruz Azul vs Pumas UNAM: which team is favorite to win the Clausura Final 26

Marcos Olvera,Calum Roche — Thu, 21 May 2026 06:10:56 GMT

The first chapter of the Clausura 2026 final takes place this Thursday and Cruz Azul has everything in place to win the title – at least before the ball rolls over 180 minutes.

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Cruz Azul curse: Will La Máquina extend an unwanted record?

Marcos Olvera,AS USA — Wed, 20 May 2026 15:08:38 GMT

The Clausura 2026 final is fast approaching: this Thursday, Cruz Azul will host Pumas in the first leg at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes, as La Máquina chases the 10th league title in club history.

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Efraín Juárez’s Midas touch: Pumas chase Liga MX title amid rapid rise

Marcos Olvera,Roddy Cons — Wed, 20 May 2026 09:35:16 GMT

In October 2024, Efraín Juárez took over as head coach of Colombian club Atlético Nacional, marking the first top-flight managerial opportunity of his career.

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