The current situation of Cruz Azul is quite complicated as they are at the bottom of the Apertura 2023 table. The team's performance has not been good in the last few matches and Joaquín Moreno has not found a solution from the bench. While there is confidence in being able to achieve the goal of qualifying for the play-in, it is clear that the schedule is not easy at all.
The reality is also that the last few days have been very intense in La Noria due to the party organized by Carlos Salcedo. Criticism rained down on the defender, but also on the entire institution because they decided not to sanction him. Therefore, 'La Máquina' arrives with a very complicated situation to the match against Atlético San Luis, who is currently the leader of the championship.
Unai Bilbao's warning to Cruz Azul
Beyond Jürgen Damm being very cautious when talking about Cruz Azul, Unai Bilbao also expressed himself in the lead-up to matchday 10: "I believe that the team is capable of dreaming big and going against any opponent to win, no matter their history or importance. We are here to compete against anyone."
It is evident that there is a reality in which Atl. San Luis has proven to be one of the best teams in the Apertura 2023. The arrival of Gustavo Leal as coach has had a great impact, but one of the keys to the team's success is Julio César Domínguez. 'Cata' quickly earned the reputation of being a role model and has helped Unai Bilbao to show his best version.
It is clear that one of the major attractions of this match is the reunion of Cata Domínguez with Cruz Azul. After 17 years of his career, it will be the first time that the center-back will face the team that shaped him as a footballer. Therefore, it is expected that this will be a match full of emotions.