Cruz Azul vs Atlas: Predicted Lineups for Matchday 2

Cruz Azul will make its home debut in the Clausura 2026 tournament against Atlas on January 14. After being unable to continue at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, the team will now play at Estadio Cuauhtémoc. This change marks a significant moment as Cruz Azul seeks its first points of the campaign after suffering a loss to León in their opening match.

Cruz Azul’s Team Changes

Under the guidance of head coach Nicolás Larcamón, Cruz Azul will face challenges this season. Key players Lorenzo Faravelli, Nacho Rivero, and Ángel Sepúlveda have departed. Their absence was felt in the previous match, emphasizing the need for depth and strategy.

Atlas’s Early Season Performance

Atlas enters this match with momentum, having secured three points from their previous game by narrowly defeating Club Puebla. Currently, Atlas sits in sixth place in the league standings. In contrast, Cruz Azul finds itself in twelfth position after their loss.

Previous Encounters

The last meeting between Cruz Azul and Atlas took place during Matchday 2 of the Apertura 2025, ending in a thrilling 3-3 draw. Historically, their recent encounters have seen a pattern of ties, highlighting the competitive nature of both teams.

Match Details

Predicted Lineups

• Cruz Azul:
  • Andres Gudiño
  • Jorge Sánchez
  • Willer Ditta
  • Gonzalo Piovi
  • Erik Lira
  • Jeremy Márquez
  • Luka Romero
  • Charly Rodríguez
  • José Paradela
  • Carlos Rotondi
  • Gabriel Fernández
• Atlas:
  • Camilo Vargas
  • Gustavo Ferrareis
  • Gaddi Aguirre
  • Paulo Ramirez
  • Rodrigo Schlegel
  • Manuel Capasso
  • Diego González
  • Aldo Rocha
  • Mateo García
  • Eduardo Aguirre
  • Uros Durdevic

This upcoming match promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams look to solidify their positions in the league. Fans can expect a tactical battle as Larcamón and his counterpart, Diego Coccay, strategize to secure a win.