Cruz Azul 2021/22 Away kit XXL BNWT

Condition: ★★★★★

A beautiful kit in ''Brand New With Tags'' condition. The size is XXL, manufactured by Joma. It was record breaking season for them as Cruz Azul during the Clausura 2021 season, achieved 17 consecutive wins, which is the longest winning streak in the history of Liga MX.

Here are some interesting facts about Cruz Azul:

Historic Success in Mexican Football

• Cruz Azul is one of the most successful and historic football clubs in Mexico. Founded in 1927, the club has won 9 Liga MX titles, making them one of the top clubs in Mexican football history. Their most recent league title came in Clausura 2021, ending a 23-year title drought wearing this kit of course !

Iconic Name and Symbol

• The name Cruz Azul translates to "Blue Cross", and the club's logo features a cross. The name and the cross have significant meaning related to the club’s origins in the cement industry. Cruz Azul is part of the Cementos Cruz Azul company, one of the largest cement producers in Mexico.

Strong Rivalries

• Cruz Azul has fierce rivalries with several teams, with the most notable being with Club América and Chivas Guadalajara. 

Summary of Cruz Azul’s 2021/22 Season:

• Campeones Cup: Runners-up (Lost to Columbus Crew 2-0).
• Campeón de Campeones: Champions (Defeated Club León 2-1).
• CONCACAF Champions League: Semi-finals (Eliminated by Toronto FC).
• Liga MX: Finished 8th in both the Apertura 2021 and Clausura 2022 seasons, but was eliminated in the Quarterfinals in both tournaments.

Key Players of Cruz Azul in the 2021/22 Season:

1. Jesús Corona (Goalkeeper)

• Position: Goalkeeper
• Key Contribution: One of the team's most experienced and reliable players, Jesús Corona was the captain and a leader on the field. 

2. Jonathan Rodríguez (Forward)

• Position: Forward
• Key Contribution: "Cabecita" Rodríguez was one of Cruz Azul’s main attacking threats. 

3. Orbelín Pineda (Midfielder)

• Position: Midfielder
• Key Contribution: Orbelín Pineda was one of the most dynamic players in Cruz Azul’s midfield during the season. His ability to dictate the tempo of the game, his vision, and his work rate were essential to the team. 

4. Luis Romo (Midfielder)

• Position: Midfielder
• Key Contribution: Luis Romo was one of the standout midfielders for Cruz Azul during the 2021/22 season. His versatility, ability to break up play, and vision made him a key player in both defensive and offensive situations. Romo was vital in controlling the midfield and often contributed with crucial goals or assists.

6. The "Cementero" Nickname

• The club is often referred to as "Los Cementeros" (The Cement Makers), a reference to the company Cementos Cruz Azul that owns and sponsors the club. This nickname reflects the club's deep connection to the cement industry, which was integral to its creation and development.

The Azteca Stadium

• Cruz Azul, along with Club América, plays its home games at Estadio Azteca, one of the largest and most iconic stadiums in the world. Located in Mexico City, it has hosted two FIFA World Cup Finals (1970 and 1986), and many historic matches in both domestic and international football have been played there.

The “Cruz Azul Syndrome”

• Cruz Azul has often been the subject of the phenomenon known as the “Cruz Azul Syndrome”, where the team is on the brink of winning a championship but then suffers a heartbreaking loss. 

Historic Fans and Supporters

• Cruz Azul has an incredibly passionate fanbase. The fans, known as "Celestes" (The Sky Blues), are some of the most dedicated in Mexican football.