Cruz Azul delivered a commanding performance in Mexico City, defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps 5-0 to claim their seventh Concacaf Champions Cup title at Estadio Olímpico Universitario. The Liga MX giants wasted no time, with Ignacio Rivero opening the scoring in the 8th minute, followed by Lorenzo Faravelli and Ángel Sepúlveda, who each found the net before halftime. Sepúlveda added a second after the break, securing the Golden Boot with nine goals in the tournament, while Mateusz Bogusz capped off the rout just before the interval.
Vancouver, making their first appearance in a Concacaf Champions Cup final, struggled to contain Cruz Azul’s relentless attack and failed to register a shot on target. Despite tactical changes by head coach Jesper Sørensen at halftime, the Canadian side could not turn the tide and saw their 15-match unbeaten run snapped in emphatic fashion.
Cruz Azul’s victory ties them with Club América for the most Concacaf titles in history. Under manager Vicente Sánchez, the team now secures a spot in the 2025 FIFA Intercontinental Cup and the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup, cementing their status as continental heavyweights.
For fans wondering how to watch Cruz Azul’s upcoming matches, the club’s games are broadcast on major sports networks and streaming platforms throughout North America and Mexico. The team’s next fixtures will be closely watched as they look to build on their continental triumph.
