Leagues Cup · Group Stage: Cruz Azul beat New York City FC 2-1. The match was played on Sunday, 9 August 2026 at Sports Illustrated Stadium (Harrison); refereed by Jesus Rafael Lopez Valle, Mexico.
A. Palavecino 35' (Cruz Azul) · M. Murray 45' (New York City FC) · J. Paradela 78' (Cruz Azul)
After a 1-1 first half, the game finished 2-1.
Cruz Azul held 59% of possession against 41%, attempting 20 shots to New York City FC's 8.
Shots on target read 6-3 and corners 4-0.
Substitutes: A. Gudino, E. Ochoa, N. Ibanez, J. Diaz, R. Gonzalez, J. Calero, L. Romero, A. Montes, C. Jimenez, J. Suarez, J. Mendoza
Coach: Joel Huiqui
Substitutes: G. Ranjitsingh, T. Romero, K. O'Toole, K. Parks, B. Traore, M. Carrizo, M. Jones, J. Loiola, M. Ilenic, Luighi, S. Reid, K. Pierre
Coach: Pascal Jansen
J. Paradela (Cruz Azul) — named player of the match with a 8.2 rating.