Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul is a Mexican professional football club based in Mexico City.
Cruz Azul is a Mexican professional football club based in Mexico City, founded in 1927 in Jasso, Hidalgo. It competes in Liga MX and is one of the most successful and widely followed clubs in Mexican football.
What it is
Cruz Azul, officially Club de Futbol Cruz Azul S.A. de C.V., was founded on 22 May 1927 by workers of the Cruz Azul cooperative in Jasso, Hidalgo. The club relocated to Mexico City in 1971 and now plays its home matches at Estadio Azteca. It is owned by Cooperativa La Cruz Azul and is commonly known by the nickname La Máquina.
Why it matters
Cruz Azul is a cornerstone of Mexican football, counted among the traditional 'big four' clubs. It has won 10 Mexican league championships and holds a joint record of 7 CONCACAF Champions Cup/Champions League titles with Club América. For Canadian readers, the club is relevant through CONCACAF competitions, matches involving Canadian teams or players, and its fan base in Canada.
Key details
The club's colours and identity are tied to the Cruz Azul cooperative and cement industry. Its continental success—7 titles—makes it one of the most decorated clubs in the region. Cruz Azul has a large fan base in Mexico and beyond, and its nickname La Máquina reflects its reputation as a powerful force in Liga MX.
In short
- Founded in 1927 by workers of the Cruz Azul cooperative in Jasso, Hidalgo.
- Moved to Mexico City in 1971; home stadium is Estadio Azteca.
- Won 10 Mexican league titles and a joint-record 7 CONCACAF titles.
- Counted among Mexico's traditional 'big four' clubs.
Cruz Azul is relevant to Canadian readers through CONCACAF competition, Canadian-based fans of Liga MX, and matches involving Canadian teams or players in regional tournaments.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cruz_AzulSupports: Founding year, origin, relocation to Mexico City, league, home stadium, and major honours.
- Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cruz_AzulSupports: Founded on 22 May 1927, Mexico City base, Liga MX participation, and title counts.
- Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Club_de_F%C3%BAtbol_Cruz_AzulSupports: Mexico City base, top-flight status, league titles, CONCACAF titles, and 'big four' status.
- Charlotte FC — https://www.charlottefootballclub.com/news/who-is-cruz-azul-leagues-cupSupports: General description of Cruz Azul as one of Mexico's major clubs and its 1927 origins.