Cruz Azul was crowned champion of the Clausura 2026 by defeating Pumas UNAM 2-1 in the final played at the Olímpico Universitario stadium. Colombian goalkeeper Kevin Mier was a key figure in Cruz Azul's comeback, while defender Willer Ditta stood out in defense. The championship not only meant the tenth league star for Cruz Azul, but also a boost for two players who are on the preliminary list of 55 players for the Colombian national team with a view to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The final had started with a goalless draw in the first leg, leaving all the tension for the return leg. On university territory, Pumas struck first and seemed to be heading for the title. The local team opened the scoring in the 31st minute through Paraguayan Robert Morales. And then, Cruz Azul returned from the break determined to change the course of the game. The equalizer came in the 54th minute thanks to an own goal by Rubén Duarte, after an action built by Carlos Rodríguez and Rodolfo Rotondi that ended up being deflected by the Spanish defender before beating Keylor Navas. So, the equalizer completely changed the development of the game. Cruz Azul took control of the ball and the rhythm of the game, while Ditta began to impose himself in defense and Mier maintained security whenever he was required. But, in the midst of the intensity of the final, there were also forced movements. José Paradela left the field in the 35th minute after a collision with Adalberto Carrasquilla and was replaced by Gabriel “Toro” Fernández. Later, Carrasquilla himself came out in the 59th minute after a divided with Amaury García. The expulsion of Uriel Antuna in the 90+1′ changed the course of the game. With ten players, Pumas opted to resist and take the definition to penalties. However, Cruz Azul found the space they needed to write the final chapter of the game. Rodolfo Rotondi sealed the comeback by scoring the winning goal. Cruz Azul reached its tenth crown in the Liga MX. The celebration was emotional, with the players and the technical staff celebrating the title. Cruz Azul's coach, Robert Siboldi, highlighted the importance of the title for the club. The president of Cruz Azul, Víctor Velázquez, also referred to the conquest of the title. The fans of Cruz Azul celebrated in the streets of Mexico City.