Cruz Azul loses new forward: Miguel Borja already in CDMX. The Colombian player, who was signed by América in January, terminated his contract with Al-Wasl of the United Arab Emirates to join as a free agent. This means that Cruz Azul will not be able to count on him for the rest of the season.
What happened?
Miguel Borja, América's new forward, terminated his contract with Al-Wasl of the United Arab Emirates to join as a free agent. This means that Cruz Azul will not be able to count on him for the rest of the season.
Why it matters for Cruz Azul?
The loss of Borja is a hard blow for Cruz Azul, which was already struggling to stay in the title fight. The lack of a quality forward like Borja can be decisive in the season.
What comes next?
Cruz Azul will have to find a replacement for Borja in the transfer market. The club's management will have to make a crucial decision to ensure the team's future.
Currently, Cruz Azul is in 10th place in the Liga MX, with 6 points, 2 wins, 0 draws, and 2 losses in 4 games. The last loss was against Club Tijuana on August 17, 2026, with a score of 2-1. The next game for Cruz Azul is on August 23, 2026, against Atlas at the Azteca Stadium.
