Cruz Azul claimed a 1-0 victory over Chivas to lift the 2022 Sky Cup, a friendly that underscored both clubs’ readiness for the 2023 Clausura. The match carried extra weight as a cross-overs between two storied Mexican sides, each seeking momentum before the competitive push of the season. The Sky Cup, though a pre-season tournament, has grown into a meaningful stage where teams test lineups, chemistry, and rhythm in high-stakes moments, while fans savor the early thrills that football can deliver.
Chivas and Cruz Azul were scheduled to meet again in 2022, a reprise that carried with it the expectations of fans who remember their long histories and rivalries. El Rebaño and La Máquina approached the fixture with a clear purpose: to start the year strong, to show tactical clarity, and to lay down markers for what lay ahead in the 2023 Clausura. The two clubs arrived in excellent form, with Guadalajara logging a string of wins that reflected growing confidence and cohesion on the pitch, while Cruz Azul looked to translate steady domestic performances into a decisive cup victory. The atmosphere around the event was electric as supporters gathered to witness a clash that promised intensity and high-quality football.
After a full 90 minutes, Cruz Azul emerged triumphant with a 2-0 win that sealed the Sky Cup title, with goals from Alexis Gutiérrez and Gonzalo Carneiro delivering the decisive moments. The script of the final saw both teams compete with purpose, but Cruz Azul found a way to break through and seal the trophy in front of their fans, in a match that highlighted the club’s attacking versatility and resilience.
In this report, readers get a minute-by-minute glimpse of the action surrounding the Sky Cup Final, capturing the key chances, saves, and turning points that decided the result. The narrative underscores how the match evolved and which moments tipped the balance in favor of Cruz Azul, offering fans and analysts a clear record of the decisive phases and the players who shone on the night.
CHIVAS VERSUS CRUZ AZUL MINUTE BY MINUTE
86′ – GOOOAL FOR CRUZ AZUL! Gonzalo Carneiro seized on a dangerous foul committed by Miguel Jiménez to strike the title-sealing shot with impressive power, sending the ball past the goalkeeper and into the net.
71′ – Alan Mozo carried an effort forward with a shot aimed at the goal, but Jesús Corona stood tall and prevented the equalizer.
65′ – GOOOAL FOR CRUZ AZUL! La Máquina opened the scoring in a moment of clever play as Alexis Gutiérrez executed a well-timed kick to beat the keeper and find the back of the net.
60′ – Isaac Brizuela had a clear sight at goal but could not connect cleanly enough to convert.
4′ – Uriel Antuna attempted to break the deadlock with a header, yet the defense held firm and cleared the danger.
31′ – Pavel Pérez unleashed a long-range attempt, but the shot veered wide of the target.
9′ – Alejandro Mayorga delivered a low cross that Alan Mozo could not convert, missing a golden opportunity early in the contest.
7:00 pm – The live story opened, inviting fans to follow the Sky Cup Final highlights and key moments on GOAL.com.
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The match was broadcast on Channel 5 and TUDN, with streaming available via the ViX+ app on iOS and Android devices, ensuring fans could watch across multiple platforms.
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