Sun Nov 17 01:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Cruz Azul Heads to Dallas for Tigres Friendly During FIFA Break
**Dallas, TX** – Cruz Azul will maintain its competitive edge during the upcoming FIFA break with a friendly match against Tigres in Dallas on Saturday at the Cotton Bowl. The Liga MX side, managed by Martín Anselmi, traveled to Texas to prepare for the encounter, a rematch of their recent draw.
The friendly provides an opportunity for Anselmi to give playing time to players who have been sidelined by injury, including Greek striker Giorgos Giakoumakis and Argentinian midfielder Lorenzo Faravelli. Several youth players have also been included in the squad to further their integration into the first team, continuing a policy implemented under sporting director Iván Alonso to promote academy talent.
Striker Gabriel ‘Toro’ Fernández remained in Mexico City to continue his rehabilitation.
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