Club America, Cruz Azul early leaders in Liga MX: 10 things we've learned so far
It's been a busy opening to the Liga MX 2020 Guard1anes season, with 45 games already taking place. Here's what has happened.
2020 Schedule
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Cruz Azul reserve alleges police extorted $412
Cruz Azul Hidalgo goalkeeper Jair Pelaez alleged that police threatened and extorted $412 from him over the weekend after a routine traffic stop.
Arrest warrant issued for Cruz Azul's president
An arrest warrant has been issued by Mexico's attorney general's office for Cruz Azul president Guillermo Alvarez.
Liga MX season preview: As coronavirus worries loom large, can Cruz Azul finally break title drought?
Liga MX's restart has already seen a delay due to the coronavirus. Once the ball rolls again, will Cruz Azul regain their stellar spring form?
Cruz Azul chief denies money laundering
Cruz Azul president Guillermo "Billy" Alvarez is adamant that allegations surrounding financial fraud and money laundering are "slander."
Cruz Azul directors have bank accounts frozen
Mexico's anti-money laundering agency said Friday it has frozen the personal accounts of some of the top directors at Cruz Azul.
Mexico games in U.S. called off; CCL suspended
The CONCACAF Champions League has been postponed, while Mexico's friendlies in the U.S. against Greece and the Czech Republic have been called off.
The Misery Index: Soccer's unhappiest fan bases
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Liga MX predictions for the decade: America will reign over Chivas, inter-league play to begin with MLS
What's next for Liga MX? Tom Marshall makes 10 bold predictions for the league over the next 10 years.
CCL draw: LAFC face Leon, Atlanta vs. Motagua
MLS record-breakers LAFC will face a stern CONCACAF Champions League debut, after being drawn against Liga MX's Club Leon in the round of 16.
Leagues Cup triumph huge for Cruz Azul, but tournament still a work in progress
The lights of Las Vegas shone on a half-empty stadium for the inaugural Leagues Cup final, but the inter-MLS/Liga MX tournament has potential.
Cruz Azul hold off Tigres, win Leagues Cup title
Goals from Yoshimar Yotun and Jonathan Rodriguez gave Cruz Azul a 2-1 win over Tigres UANL in the inaugural Leagues Cup final.
Portuguese coach Caixinha leaves Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul head coach Pedro Caixinha has left the club, bringing his 18-month spell in the Liga MX to an end.
Club America has more followers than NFL giants
Mexican side Club America has more followers on social media than NFL's most popular team Dallas Cowboys.
Cruz Azul advances past Galaxy in Leagues Cup
A second half wonder-goal from Orbelin Pineda helped Cruz Azul to a 2-1 win over LA Galaxy to advance to the inaugural Leagues Cup final.
Galaxy 'for sure' to rotate squad vs. Cruz Azul
LA Galaxy boss Guillermo Barros Schelotto said that "for sure" he will rotate his squad for Tuesday's Leagues Cup semifinal against Cruz Azul.
Piojo Alvarado shines as Conejo Perez bids farewell
It may have been Oscar "Conejo" Perez's day, but it was Roberto "Piojo" Alvarado who stole the show as Cruz Azul settled for a 1-1 draw with Toluca.
Cruz Azul beat Fire to reach Leagues Cup semis
Roberto Alvarado and Elias Hernandez sealed a 2-0 victory for Cruz Azul against Chicago Fire in the first ever Leagues Cup game on Tuesday.
Cruz Azul's Caixinha: Leagues Cup can rival CCL
Cruz Azul coach Pedro Caixinha believes the inaugural Leagues Cup between Liga MX and MLS could become stronger than the CONCACAF Champions League.
Las Vegas to host Liga MX-MLS Leagues Cup final
The final of the inaugural Leagues Cup that feature clubs from MLS and Liga MX will be held on Sept. 18 in Las Vegas.
Sources: Cruz Azul's Fierro in talks to join Quakes
Mexican winger Carlos Fierro is in talks to sign for MLS club San Jose Earthquakes, sources tell ESPN FC.
Liga MX Power Rankings: Cruz Azul leaps Leon at the top
After Leon's 12-game winning streak was snapped, there is a new No. 1 in Mexico. Eric Gomez's full Liga MX Power Rankings for Week 16.
Liga MX Power Rankings: Leon keep top spot as playoffs near
All but three teams remain in playoff contention as the Liga MX regular season nears its end. But what are their title chances, really?
Liga MX W2W4: Herrera's up-and-down America play Clasico Joven
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Liga MX Power Rankings: Leon stay top; Cruz Azul on the rise
The Liga MX clubs' form over the last five games shows how the playoff picture might look. Leon are clearly the team to beat.
2020 Prim Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| León | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | +9 | 27 |
| Cruz Azul | 12 | 8 | 2 | 2 | +11 | 26 |
| América | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | +7 | 24 |
| Pumas UNAM | 12 | 6 | 5 | 1 | +10 | 23 |
| U.A.N.L | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | +8 | 20 |
| Pachuca | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | +3 | 19 |
| Guadalajara | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | +2 | 18 |
| Monterrey | 12 | 4 | 5 | 3 | +2 | 17 |
| Puebla | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 14 |
| Toluca | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | -7 | 14 |
| Atlas | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | -3 | 13 |
| FC Juarez | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | -3 | 13 |
| Tijuana | 11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | -7 | 13 |
| Querétaro | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -1 | 12 |
| Santos | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | -4 | 12 |
| Mazatlán FC | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -7 | 10 |
| Necaxa | 12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | -10 | 9 |
| Atlético San Luis | 12 | 2 | 2 | 8 | -10 | 8 |
2020 Team LeadersMexican Liga BBVA MX
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsMexican Liga BBVA MX
Goal Difference211st
Goals Scored441st
Assists11Tied-5th
Goals Conceded236th