Cruz Azul got a convincing 2-1 victory over city rivals Pumas at home as they set to start a new streak with two wins at home before they travel to Canada. Pumas had some moments, but overall Cruz Azul was the better team in the second half and got the deserved victory. Cruz Azul will now travel to Montreal for the return leg of their CONCACAF Champions League, while Pumas stays home where they hope for a miracle in their return leg game against the New England Revolution.
The first half started with Cruz Azul surprising almost everyone by coming out with the first start for young player Rodrigo Huescas, while also giving the start to Ivan Morales.