Cruz Azul is rushing to recover its injured players for the match against Atlas, with Willer Ditta and Agustín Palavecino nearing a return. The medical team is working to get some players back on the field, and Willer Ditta and Agustín Palavecino are the most likely to return this weekend, if they respond well in the last training sessions. The situation with Carlos Rotondi requires a bit more caution, while Gonzalo Piovi will have to wait a bit longer to return. Cruz Azul is currently 10th in Liga MX with 6 points, after losing its last match 2-1 to Club Tijuana on August 17, 2026, and is looking to add important points in its next match against Atlas on August 23. The team is looking to improve its position in the table and reduce the 4-point gap with leaders Club America, and the recovery of its injured players is key to achieving this goal.