Copa Intercontinental

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.