Cruz Azul vs Club America Stats: Head-to-Head and Recent Meetings
Cruz Azul host Club America at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City on 13 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 03:00 UTC in Liga MX Apertura - 8. Both sides arrive in strong league positions, making this Cruz Azul vs Club America stats matchup one of the standout fixtures of the Apertura phase.
Cruz Azul sit 6th in the Liga MX Apertura table with 12 points from 7 matches, winning 4 and losing 3, while Club America lead the standings in 1st place with 16 points from 6 games and remain unbeaten. With both teams tracking toward the play-offs, the stakes are significant: Cruz Azul look to close the gap on the leaders, and Club America aim to consolidate top spot in what is always a high-profile Clásico-style clash.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a tightly contested recent series between Cruz Azul and Club America across league and play-off meetings.
- Previous meetings: 5
- Cruz Azul wins: 2
- Draws: 2
- Club America wins: 1
Cruz Azul vs Club America Timeline & Historical Context
Looking at the Cruz Azul vs Club America timeline from the available fixtures, the rivalry has produced a sequence of close, competitive matches. Every game listed has been decided by a single goal or ended level, underlining how fine the margins have been in recent seasons.
On 13 April 2025 in Liga MX Clausura - 15 at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes, Club America and Cruz Azul played out a 0-0 draw, a match defined by defensive control and limited clear chances, with the scoreline goalless at both half-time and full-time. That goalless encounter was followed by a high-stakes two-legged Semi-finals tie in the Clausura 2024 play-offs. On 16 May 2025 at Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Cruz Azul hosted the first leg and earned a 1-0 victory over Club America (half-time 0-0, full-time 1-0), taking a narrow advantage.
The return leg of that Semi-finals series came on 19 May 2025 at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes, where Club America were listed as the home side. They responded with a 2-1 win over Cruz Azul (half-time 0-0, full-time 2-1), overturning the deficit on the night but maintaining the pattern of tight scorelines. Later that year, on 19 October 2025 in Liga MX Apertura - 13 at Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Cruz Azul again hosted and edged Club America 2-1 (half-time 1-1, full-time 2-1), showing their ability to capitalise at home in league play.
The most recent entry in the Cruz Azul vs Club America timeline came on 12 April 2026 in Liga MX Clausura - 14 at Estadio Azteca. Club America were at home and drew 1-1 with Cruz Azul (half-time 1-1, full-time 1-1). Once again, the match was level at the interval and at full-time, reinforcing the trend of balanced contests. Overall, the Cruz Azul vs Club America timeline highlights a rivalry where neither side has been able to dominate, with small details and home advantage often proving decisive.
Cruz Azul vs Club America Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The head-to-head numbers underline how evenly matched these sides have been in their recent clashes.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Cruz Azul 5 - 4 Club America
- Average Goals per Match: Cruz Azul 1.00 vs Club America 0.80
Venue Split Performance:
- At Cruz Azul's stadium: 3 matches played here — Cruz Azul won 2 (as home side), Club America won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
- At Club America's stadium: 2 matches played here — Club America won 1 (as home side), Cruz Azul won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
Cruz Azul vs Club America Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Cruz Azul vs Club America last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 12 April 2026: Club America 1-1 Cruz Azul (Half-time: 1-1) – Liga MX Clausura - 14
- 19 October 2025: Cruz Azul 2-1 Club America (Half-time: 1-1) – Liga MX Apertura - 13
- 19 May 2025: Club America 2-1 Cruz Azul (Half-time: 0-0) – Liga MX Clausura - Semi-finals
- 16 May 2025: Cruz Azul 1-0 Club America (Half-time: 0-0) – Liga MX Clausura - Semi-finals
- 13 April 2025: Club America 0-0 Cruz Azul (Half-time: 0-0) – Liga MX Clausura - 15
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Cruz Azul Matches Results and Stats
Cruz Azul’s season to date form in Liga MX Apertura 2026 reflects a high-variance profile. They have won 4 and lost 3 of their 7 league matches, with no draws, scoring 12 and conceding 11. At home, they have 2 wins and 2 defeats from 4 fixtures, with 5 goals scored and 6 conceded, while away they have been slightly more efficient with 2 wins from 3 and a positive goal balance. Their goal averages point to open games: around 1.7 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, indicating both attacking intent and defensive vulnerability.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 0, Lose 3 (season to date)
Last 5 Club America Matches Results and Stats
Club America arrive in outstanding season to date form in Liga MX Apertura 2026. They are unbeaten after 6 league matches, with 5 wins and 1 draw, scoring 12 and conceding only 2. Their home record is perfect, with 3 wins from 3 and 8 goals scored without reply, while away from home they have 2 wins and 1 draw, scoring 4 and conceding 2. Offensively they average 2.0 goals per match, and defensively they are elite, allowing just 0.3 goals per game and keeping 4 clean sheets, underlining their status as early-season pacesetters.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 5, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
Taken together, the historical record and current form paint a nuanced picture. Cruz Azul have a slight edge in the recent head-to-head series, leading the five-match set with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 defeat, and a 5-4 goals advantage. At home, they have been particularly effective in this fixture, winning 2 of 3 matches and drawing the other. However, Club America enter this Apertura - 8 clash as league leaders, unbeaten with a strong defensive platform and consistent attacking output, while Cruz Azul’s season has been more volatile, with no draws and a near-even goal difference. The stats suggest a closely fought encounter where Cruz Azul’s strong home H2H record meets Club America’s superior overall league form, setting up a balanced but high-intensity meeting rather than a one-sided contest.
Cruz Azul vs Club America H2H Statistics updated on 8 September 2026.
