Cruz Azul suffers a significant loss for Apertura 2026 with the departure of Brazilian defender Karol Arcanjo. La Máquina confirmed the departure of the South American player through its official channels.
What happened to Karol Arcanjo?
Karol Arcanjo joined Cruz Azul as a reinforcement to strengthen the defensive zone, but her participation was limited, as she only played 10 official matches defending the celestial jersey during her time in the Liga MX Femenil.
Why is it important for Cruz Azul?
The departure of Karol Arcanjo is a blow to Cruz Azul, which is looking to strengthen its squad for the new tournament. The management of La Máquina is still evaluating additions and subtractions to form a more competitive squad.
What's next for Cruz Azul?
Cruz Azul will be the team that inaugurates the Apertura 2026 of the new and renovated Liga MX Femenil, playing in Cuernavaca against Atlas. La Máquina is looking to improve its results and become a protagonist again in the tournament. With a good performance in its first two games, Cruz Azul is in second place in the Liga MX table, with 6 points and a goal difference of +2, after winning its first two games, including a 2-1 victory over Puebla on July 22, 2026.
