Liga MX Clausura - 4
FC Juarez 3 - 4 FT Cruz Azul
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Palavecino (G. Fernandez) 1'
J. Paradela 7'
19' Homer Martinez
Willer Ditta 22'
C. Rotondi (G. Fernandez) 39'
45' O. Estupinan
45'+6 Jesús Murillo
HT
46' ↓ H. E. Martinez Yepez ↑Guilherme Castilho
C. Rodriguez (J. Paradela) 51'
↓ J. Paradela ↑L. Romero 67'
↓ C. Rodriguez ↑A. Morales 67'
68' ↓ J. Aquino ↑J. Manriquez
68' ↓ Ricardinho ↑F. J. Nevarez Pulgarin
68' ↓ A. Mayorga ↑E. Lopez
68' ↓ R. Pizarro ↑L. Dupuy
Andrés Gudiño 79'
Carlos Rotondi 82'
↓ O. Campos ↑J. Sanchez 86'
↓ Cruz Azul ↑M. Levy 86'
90' O. Estupinan
↓ J. Marquez ↑A. Garcia 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Juarez
Goalkeepers
S. Jurado 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.2
Rating
Defenders
J. Aquino 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
J. Murillo 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
M. Mosquera 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Mayorga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Midfielders
D. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. E. Martinez Yepez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Ricardinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
R. Pizarro
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Puma 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
Forwards
O. Estupinan 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
BENCH
B. Diaz 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Manriquez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
F. J. Nevarez Pulgarin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guilherme Castilho 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
R. Fulgencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Larios
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Dupuy
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Cruz Azul
Goalkeepers
A. Gudino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
O. Campos 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
18%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
A. Palavecino
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
8.2
Rating
J. Marquez
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
C. Rotondi 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
J. Paradela
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
C. Rodriguez
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
G. Fernandez
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.7
Rating
BENCH
E. Ochoa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Velazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Valdez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Levy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/20/2025 | Cruz Azul | 3 - 2 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 01/18/2025 | FC Juarez | 1 - 0 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 10/24/2024 | Cruz Azul | 4 - 0 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes |
| 01/20/2024 | FC Juarez | 0 - 0 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 11/02/2023 | Cruz Azul | 2 - 0 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Azteca |
| 06/21/2023 | Cruz Azul | 3 - 1 | FC Juarez | Friendlies Clubs | Instalaciones La Noria Cancha 1 |
FC Juarez Win
Cruz Azul Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -8
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Border Drama: Cruz Azul Surrounds Late Surging Juarez in Seven-Goal Epic
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 83/100. A breathless encounter that proves the visitors' title credentials, as they narrowly escaped an inspired comeback from a relentless home side.
Early Blitz
The Intensity was off the charts before the crowd at Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez had even settled. Cruz Azul launched an absolute masterclass in early attacking efficiency, slicing through the hosts with terrifying ease. A. Palavecino opened the floodgates in the very first minute, setting a chaotic tone. Just six minutes later, J. Paradela doubled the advantage, and when C. Rotondi made it 3-0 in the 39th minute, a complete demolition looked certain. Despite FC Juarez having controlled possession (58%), their defensive shape was constantly undone by a lethal visiting frontline that punished every mistake.
The Penalty Turning Point
Just as the visitors looked ready to coast into the dressing room, drama struck deep in first-half stoppage time. A VAR review rewarded Jesús Murillo with a penalty, allowing O. Estupinan to convert and offer a glimmer of hope. Any illusion of Balance, however, vanished shortly after the restart. In the 51st minute, C. Rodriguez restored the three-goal cushion. From there, tactical discipline was completely abandoned. A barrage of 34 total shots turned the pitch into a sprawling shootout, with goalkeepers on both ends forced to make 8 crucial saves just to keep the scoreline somewhat grounded in reality.
Frantic Finale
The late stages produced pure pandemonium. Half-time substitute Guilherme Castilho finally broke through in the 81st minute, rattling the visitors' nerves. A minute later, Gabriel Fernández was shown a straight red card for arguing with the official, leaving Cruz Azul to face a ten-man siege. The Stakes skyrocketed as Estupinan secured his brace in the 90th minute, pulling Juárez within a single goal. Desperate defending in the dying seconds ultimately secured the points for the playoff-chasing visitors, cementing their grip on 2nd place while leaving the brave mid-table hosts with nothing but pride.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Gabriel Fernández impact the match?
His 82nd-minute dismissal for arguing left Cruz Azul short-handed, sparking a furious final push from the home side that resulted in a late goal.
What caused the 7-goal thriller?
A combination of clinical early finishing from the visitors and relentless offensive pressure, resulting in 34 total shots and chaos in both penalty areas.
How did substitute Guilherme Castilho change the game?
Coming on at halftime, he provided a crucial attacking outlet and scored a late 81st-minute goal, completely shifting the momentum for a dramatic finish.
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 Faces a Border Test
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. With Cruz Azul hunting the championship and Juarez finding their scoring boots, this fixture guarantees fireworks at both ends of the pitch.
The Setup
On January 31, 2026, the Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez hosts a clash with immense Stakes for the visitors. Cruz Azul arrive sitting second in the table with 27 points, firmly embedded in a genuine title race. Meanwhile, FC Juarez reside in 10th place, but they boast a soaring Form rating after securing three wins in their last five outings. A combined average of 3.7 goals per game points to an absolute shootout. While the modest competitive Balance suggests the visitors hold the upper hand, the home side's momentum cannot be ignored. The Stars on display will be eager to leave their mark on a crucial evening in Liga MX.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on the clash between Alejandro Mayorga and Gabriel Fernández. Mayorga has been a standout performer in the home defence with an impressive 7.6 average rating, but he faces a relentless test against Fernández. The visiting forward will constantly probe the channels and challenge Mayorga's positioning as Cruz Azul push for vital goals.
Our Prediction
We expect a narrow away victory for Cruz Azul. Juarez will undoubtedly find the back of the net given their recent attacking verve, but the visitors possess too much quality in the final third to let their championship hopes slip away on the border.