Cruz Azul president Víctor Velázquez voiced confidence in his team ahead of the return leg quarterfinal against Chivas in the Liga MX Apertura 2025. He also made a sarcastic remark about Pumas and the Adalberto Carrasquilla situation, noting the team's elimination from the Liguilla. Velázquez further emphasized the team's motivation to face Flamengo in the Copa Intercontinental.
Ahead of the return leg quarterfinal match between Cruz Azul and Chivas at Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Víctor Velázquez, president of La Máquina, displayed resolve to progress. 'Vamos con todo (ante Chivas), hay confianza en Andrés Gudiño y en todo el equipo como siempre', he stated. The stadium, packed with fans from both clubs, promises an electrifying atmosphere in Mexico City.
Velázquez did not forget the controversial incident involving Adalberto Carrasquilla and Pumas. 'De la situación de Adalberto Carrasquilla, pues ya está fuera Pumas (de la Liguilla) ¿no? Entonces qué le hacemos. Y bueno, la Comisión de Árbitros tomará sus medidas', he remarked sarcastically. This comment underscores tensions between Liga MX clubs, as Pumas failed to qualify for the playoff stage.
The executive also addressed the upcoming international challenge. Flamengo, fresh Copa Libertadores champions after a 1-0 win over Palmeiras last Saturday, will face Cruz Azul in the Copa Intercontinental. 'Tener al Flamengo como rival en la Copa Intercontinental es importante. Sobre todo porque el equipo está muy animado, muy compenetrado y vamos a ir por todo', Velázquez said. Should Cruz Azul advance in the Liguilla, they would meet Tigres in the semifinals, while Chivas would take on Toluca.