Cruz Azul clinches championship and faces coach renewal talks

Cruz Azul was awarded the FMF’s best‑team of the year prize and a US$1 million incentive after winning the Clausura 2026, securing a place in the 2026 Apertura and a guaranteed spot in the next CONCACAF Champions Cup.

The club’s success sparked debate over the future of head coach Joel Huiqui. President Víctor Velázquez publicly pledged to retain Huiqui, while sporting director Iván Alonso has delayed confirming the renewal, citing pending meetings. The discussion highlighted Huiqui’s role in guiding the team to the title after taking over mid‑season, and raised questions about the club’s strategic direction ahead of the upcoming season.