Cruz Azul begins its path in the quarterfinals of Apertura 2025 with a complicated outlook. The Machine faces Chivas in the first leg, and although the team arrives as one of the favorites for the title, the cost of closing the regular phase against Pumas was very high.
The coaching staff will have to adjust their starting lineup in the face of two major absences that affect the spine of the team.
What injured players does Cruz Azul have?
The hardest news for him celestial set It is the loss of their star goalkeeper, who will miss the entire Liguilla and the next tournament.
- Kevin Mier: The Colombian goalkeeper suffered a tibial fracture in his knee during the last matchday against Pumas. The medical prognosis is discouraging, with an estimated recovery time between six and ten months, so his return is not expected until May or June 2026.
- Andres Montano: The young midfielder continues his rehabilitation after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus in his left knee. The forecast remains that the remainder of Apertura 2025 will be lost, with an eye toward returning in January 2026.
Players suspended from Cruz Azul vs Chivas:
In addition to Mier’s injury, Larcamón will have to modify his midfield scheme due to a disciplinary sanction.
- Lorenzo Faravelli: “Lolo” saw the red card in the duel against the university students. Having been expelled, he must serve a one-match suspension, so he is completely ruled out for this first chapter of the quarterfinals against the Sacred Flock.
Cruz Azul doubts for the Apertura 2025 League
It is not all bad news, since the defense recovers a leader, although the situation of one of its offensive midfielders generates uncertainty outside of the physical.
- Gonzalo Piovi: The central defender has overcome his adductor discomfort. Although he is coming back from injury, he aims to be a starter to provide solidity at the back, although the coaching staff will have to manage his pace of play.
- Mateusz Bogusz: The midfielder finds himself in a particular situation. Although he is physically fit, his presence is unknown due to off-field issues related to a change of representative and strong rumors of a departure to the MLS in the winter market, which could affect his concentration or participation.
