Cruz Azul Overcomes Weather Delay to Defeat Toluca 1-0 in Liga MX

Cruz Azul beat Toluca 1–0 on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Estadio Azteca. This win came after a weather delay.

The match was planned for 21:00 local time. But a severe electrical storm flooded the pitch at Estadio Olímpico Universitario. As a result, Liga MX officials had to delay kick-off until it was safe to play. Play resumed as the skies cleared. Both teams quickly adapted to the muddy turf.

In the 78th minute, Luka Romero of Cruz Azul soared to head in a great free kick from Jesús Orozco. This goal broke the tie and decided the match. Cruz Azul faced late pressure from Toluca but held on to win. This victory moved them up to third in the Apertura standings.

Cruz Azul now has four wins, two draws, and no losses in their first six rounds. Toluca is unbeaten in one of their last five matches but falls to sixth place in the table. Cruz Azul’s win highlights their strong home record. It puts them in the mix as early title contenders.