Cruz Azul Honored as Club of the Season in Liga MX 2025-26
The Liga MX held the 2025-26 Balón de Oro Gala, where Cruz Azul was named Club of the Season. This award caps off an outstanding campaign for La Máquina, which currently sits in second place in Liga MX with 6 points after two wins in their first two games (2W-0D-0L), including a recent 2-1 victory over Puebla on July 22, 2026.
Who was the star of the gala?
Striker Joao Pedro of Atlético de San Luis was the night’s big winner, taking home three awards: Top Scorer of the Season, Best Forward, and Player of the Season. Other players, such as Nahuel Guzmán, Erik Lira, and Bryan González, were also recognized in their respective categories.
What other awards were given out?
Coach Antonio Mohamed of Toluca received the Balón de Oro as Manager of the Season. In the women’s division, Irene Guerrero of América was named Player of the Season, alongside other standouts like Charlyn Corral and Esthefanny Barreras.
What’s next for Cruz Azul?
With a three-game winning streak (WWW) and an upcoming match against Atlante FC on August 2, 2026 at home, Cruz Azul aims to maintain its strong performance and solidify its position as one of Liga MX’s top teams.
