Sun Jan 12 02:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Cruz Azul Begins Clausura 2025 Against Unbeaten Foe Atlas
**MEXICO CITY** – Cruz Azul will kick off their Clausura 2025 campaign this Saturday against Atlas, a team they haven’t beaten in over two years. Under manager Martín Anselmi, Cruz Azul has faced Atlas twice, resulting in two consecutive draws.
Their first encounter in the Clausura 2024 ended in a 2-2 tie, with Atlas taking an early lead before Cruz Azul fought back. The second match, in the Apertura 2024, also finished 2-2, despite Cruz Azul appearing poised for victory until a late Atlas equalizer.
Atlas, meanwhile, will have a new manager in Gonzalo Pineda making his Liga MX debut. The last time Cruz Azul defeated Atlas was February 22, 2023, a 1-0 victory at Estadio Azteca. Since then, Atlas has won two matches against Cruz Azul, including a Repechaje clash in the Clausura 2023. This Saturday’s match marks a significant challenge for Cruz Azul as they aim to break their winless streak against a familiar rival.
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