Liga MX Clausura - 16
Club Queretaro 1 - 1 FT Cruz Azul
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
G. Piovi 5'
J. Marquez (W. Ditta) 9'
24' D. Parra
29' ↓ F. Venegas ↑J. Cazares
45'+2 J. Marquez
A. Palavecino 45'+2
45'+4 B. Duarte
HT
↓ A. Palavecino ↑L. Romero 62'
↓ J. Paradela ↑C. Ebere 62'
63' ↓ J. Unjanque ↑J. Gomez
63' ↓ J. Cazares ↑F. Pena
↓ C. Rotondi ↑A. Morales 71'
78' ↓ B. Duarte ↑W. Madrid
78' ↓ C. Garcia ↑B. Parra
↓ G. Piovi ↑A. Garcia 80'
↓ C. Rodriguez ↑M. Levy 80'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Club Queretaro
Goalkeepers
José Hernández 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Bayron Duarte
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Diego Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Abascia 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
80%
Duel Win %
Daniel Parra 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
1
Interceptions
1
Tackles
Midfielders
Jean Unjanque 
GHOST
11
Actions
11
Actions
63
Minutes
6.3
Rating
Santiago Homenchenko 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Carlo Adriano García 
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Francisco Venegas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
29
Entry
Forwards
Ali Ávila 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Mateo Coronel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Guillermo Allison 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jaime Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Villanueva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Pablo Cázares
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
63
Entry
Fernando González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bernardo Parra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Alcala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Waldo Madrid
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Eduardo Robles
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eduardo Perez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cruz Azul
Goalkeepers
Kevin Mier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Willer Ditta 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Erik Lira
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
Gonzalo Piovi
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Omar Campos
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Agustín Palavecino
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Jeremy Márquez 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.6
Rating
Carlos Rotondi 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
5
Duels Won
71%
Win %
Forwards
José Paradela
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
16%
Pass Acc
Gabriel Fernández 
MAGNET
46
Activity
46
Activity
36
Passes
10
Duels
Carlos Rodríguez
MAGNET
60
Activity
60
Activity
53
Passes
7
Duels
BENCH
Andrés Gudiño
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Josué Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amaury Garcia Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amaury Morales 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Karol Velázquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ariel Castro Sevilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luka Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian Ebere
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mateo Levy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2025 | Cruz Azul | 2 - 2 | Club Queretaro | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 02/24/2025 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 0 | Club Queretaro | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 08/24/2024 | Club Queretaro | 0 - 2 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Corregidora |
| 02/03/2024 | Club Queretaro | 1 - 3 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Corregidora |
| 09/25/2023 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 3 | Club Queretaro | Liga MX | Estadio Azteca |
| 03/30/2023 | Club Queretaro | 2 - 2 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio La Corregidora |
09/25/2025
02/24/2025
08/24/2024
02/03/2024
09/25/2023
03/30/2023
Club Queretaro Win
Cruz Azul Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Statistical Dominance Foiled by a Cruel Stroke of Irony
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 29/100. Our verdict is simple: total territorial control means nothing if a calamitous defensive blunder gifts your opponents an unearned lifeline.
The Early Onslaught
The atmosphere at Estadio La Corregidora was electric, but Cruz Azul quickly silenced the home faithful. They dictated the tempo immediately, and their total command of the pitch was rewarded within ten minutes. A precise sequence led by W. Ditta found J. Marquez, who applied a clinical finish to open the scoring in the 9th minute. The visitors dominated possession, hovering near the 70% mark and restricting Club Queretaro to mere scraps. The off-the-charts Intensity of their pressing game trapped the hosts deep in their own half. Everything pointed towards a comfortable away victory as the visitors moved the ball with an arrogant swagger. Their fluid passing sequences completely overwhelmed the midfield, highlighting the stark contrast in league standings.
The Bizarre Turning Point
For all their impressive build-up play, the final pass repeatedly let the away side down. The match evolved into a chaotic shooting gallery, generating a staggering 30 total attempts, yet a mere five of those troubled the goalkeepers. The Upset Factor materialized from the most unlikely of sources just as the first half was drawing to a close. Deep into stoppage time, the early hero turned into the ultimate villain. A defensive mix-up saw J. Marquez inadvertently turn the ball into his own net at the 45+2 minute mark. It was a staggering blow, entirely against the run of play, instantly handing Queretaro an equalizer they barely had to work for. That single calamitous moment fundamentally shifted the entire complexion of the dressing room talks at the interval.
A Frustrating Resolution
The second half became a gruelling exercise in attack versus defence. Luka Romero was introduced off the bench and immediately injected flair into the visitors' frontline, earning standout accolades for his creative spark. However, the home side simply refused to buckle under the weight of pressure. Lucas Abascia put in a resolute defensive shift, throwing his body on the line to marshal the Queretaro backline. Despite the relentless late waves, the Balance of the scoreline remained deadlocked at 1-1. This result leaves Cruz Azul immensely frustrated, ruing their inability to convert overwhelming dominance into three vital points. Conversely, it stands as a hard-fought, gritty point for the hosts, who proved that surviving an onslaught is a talent in itself.
Key Questions
How were the goals scored in this match?
J. Marquez had a chaotic game, opening the scoring for Cruz Azul in the 9th minute before conceding a costly own goal in stoppage time.
Who stood out individually?
Luka Romero impressed as an attacking substitute for the visitors, while Lucas Abascia anchored a stubborn defensive display for Club Queretaro.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Cruz Azul's Title Charge Meets Queretaro's Resurgence
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 70/100. Cruz Azul need maximum points to keep their championship dreams alive, but breaking down a suddenly stubborn home side won't be straightforward.
The Setup
The Liga MX regular season approaches a critical juncture on April 22, 2026. Cruz Azul arrive at Estadio La Corregidora sitting second in the table, desperate to maintain their fierce push for the title. Despite their high-flying status, a modest Form rating reflects a recent stuttering run of just one win in five matches. In contrast, Club Queretaro sit down in 15th but are riding an unexpected five-match unbeaten streak. This clash carries monumental Stakes for the visitors, while an exceptionally strong Balance metric suggests this affair will be much tighter than the vast points gap implies. The away side boast genuine Stars, but the hosts have tightened up significantly at the back and will not roll over easily.
Key Battle
A classic attack-versus-defence scenario awaits. The visitors' prolific frontline faces a heavily fortified home penalty area that has proven incredibly difficult to breach in recent weeks. The defining tactical duel lies in the middle of the park, where Cruz Azul will try to pull Queretaro's rigid defensive block out of position. If the away side's midfielders can stretch the play quickly, they will find gaps; if the home unit stays compact, frustration will rapidly build for the title chasers.
Our Prediction
Cruz Azul to edge it 1-0. Expect a cagey first half before the visitors' superior attacking depth finally forces an error and breaks the deadlock late in the second half.