El exjugador argentino César "Chelito" Delgado pide a Cruz Azul que evite repetir errores pasados al mantener a Joel Huiqui como entrenador en la final del Clausura 2026 Cruz Azul, que conquistó la Concachampions 2025, enfrenta una decisión clave en la final del Clausura 2026, donde Joel Huiqui lidera al equipo. El técnico mexicano, quien asumió el cargo tras la salida de Martín Anselmi al Porto, ha sido respaldado por figuras del club para evitar errores similares a los cometidos en el pasado. Delgado, quien compartió vestidor con Huiqui durante su etapa como futbolista, destacó su capacidad para dirigir a la institución. En una entrevista con Fox Sports, Delgado afirmó que Huiqui merece seguir al frente del equipo sin importar el resultado contra Pumas. "Lo renovaría pase lo que pase. Se ganó el respeto con resultados y ha demostrado que está preparado para dirigir a Cruz Azul. Además, la afición ya lo adoptó, le tiene cariño y hoy tiene al equipo en una final", declaró. El exjugador resaltó la dificultad de asumir el mando de un club tan exigente como Cruz Azul, tras haber dirigido categorías juveniles. "Es difícil pasar de la Sub-21 al primer equipo en una institución donde siempre hay presión por ganar. Huiqui manejó muy bien todo, tiene experiencia y conoce perfectamente al club. Ojalá pueda seguir, más allá del resultado de la final", añadió Delgado. El exfutbolista también advirtió que la final se definirá por pequeños detalles, elogiando las fortalezas de ambos equipos. "No puedes regalar nada en una final porque todo se define por detalles, especialmente en la pelota parada. Cruz Azul tiene muchísima calidad y Pumas es un equipo con mucha garra, como suelen ser los equipos de Efraín", concluyó.#clausura_2026 #cruz_azul #pumas #cesar_chelito_delgado #joel_huiqui
LAFC Hosts Cruz Azul in CONCACAF Champions Cup Quarterfinal Clash Los Angeles FC will take on defending champions Cruz Azul in a pivotal quarterfinal first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The match, set to be broadcast on FOX Sports 2 and streamed via Fubo, marks a significant showdown between two of North America’s most prominent clubs. LAFC, the MLS side, enters the fixture in scintillating form, having dominated their recent home games with an impressive 14–1 aggregate scoreline across six matches in 2026. Their attacking prowess was on full display in a recent 6–0 victory over Orlando City, with Denis Bouanga emerging as a key figure in their offensive strategy. The team’s confidence is further bolstered by their previous success in the competition, having advanced past the Round of 16 with a 3–2 aggregate win. The hosts aim to build a crucial advantage at BMO Stadium before facing Cruz Azul in the second leg in Mexico. LAFC’s home record in 2026 has been unblemished, and their ability to control matches in front of their fans has been a defining trait. However, the challenge of facing Cruz Azul, the 2025 Champions Cup winners, adds a layer of complexity. The Liga MX side has demonstrated defensive resilience in this year’s tournament, conceding just three goals in four matches, but their struggles in U.S. competitions remain a concern. Cruz Azul’s lengthy winless streak on American soil could be a potential weakness for the visitors, though their pedigree as champions cannot be overlooked. The matchup is set against a backdrop of historical context, as LAFC has previously defeated Cruz Azul in their only prior meeting in 2020. This first leg presents an opportunity for the hosts to assert dominance and set the tone for the tie.#fubo #lafc #concacaf_champions_cup #fox_sports_2 #cruz_azul
LAFC vs. Cruz Azul: Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinals Set for High-Stakes Clash Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) will host Cruz Azul of Liga MX in the first leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinals on Tuesday, April 7, at BMO Stadium. The match, part of a two-leg series, marks a pivotal moment for both teams as they vie for a spot in the Semifinals. LAFC, which has remained unbeaten in its first 10 matches of the 2026 season, faces a formidable opponent in Cruz Azul, the reigning Concacaf Champions Cup champion and a club with a storied history in the competition. The second leg of the tie will take place on April 14 at Estadio Cuauhtémoc in Puebla, Mexico. The winner of this matchup will advance to the Semifinals, where they will face the winner of the other Quarterfinal between Toluca (Liga MX) and Galaxy (MLS). The Concacaf Champions Cup, a 27-team tournament spanning February to May, is the premier club competition in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The final, scheduled for May 30, will determine the team that earns a berth in the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. LAFC’s campaign in the tournament has been nothing short of dominant. The club, which has never lost a match in its four previous Concacaf Champions Cup appearances, has advanced to the Quarterfinals in all four. This year, LAFC defeated Real España of Honduras and Alajuelense of Costa Rica to reach the Round of 16. The Black & Gold’s overall record in the tournament is 3 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw, with a goal difference of +11. In all competitions, LAFC has outscored opponents 24-3, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, LAFC’s captain, has been instrumental in the team’s success.#lafc #concacaf_champions_cup #bmo_stadium #cruz_azul #estadio_cuauhtemoc
