Cruz Azul kicked off its participation in the Apertura 2026 with a convincing win over Atlas, showcasing its character and ambition in the Liga Femenil.
How was the game?
From the first minutes of the match, the Celeste squad showed an offensive posture seeking to impose conditions on the pitch. At minute 14, Brenda Cerén took the initiative in the attack and tried to apply the law of the ex with a dangerous shot, followed by Karen Flores, who at 17 tried her luck with a powerful shot from medium distance that passed just a few millimeters from the post.
Celeste comeback and dramatic finish in the final stretch
For the complement, the tone of the game was highly disputed in the midfield sector, with both teams seeking victory. When the tie seemed definitive, Dani Calderón appeared at minute 88 to concretize the turn in the score, unleashing euphoria in the stands by putting the 2-1 that guaranteed the local win.
What's next?
Cruz Azul will face Atlante FC in its next commitment, on August 2 at the Estadio Azul. The Celeste squad seeks to maintain its winning streak and continue adding points in the Liga Femenil.
Cruz Azul's current position in the table is second in Liga MX, with 6 points, 2 wins and 0 losses in 2 games, and a streak of 3 consecutive wins. In the Liga Femenil, they have scored 5 goals and received 3 in this season. Their last result was a 2-1 win over Puebla on July 22, 2026.
