The clash between Cruz Azul and Pumas is one of the most anticipated matchups in each Liga MX tournament due to the long rivalry between both teams. In the 2025 Clausura Tournament, expectations increased when it was announced that they would share a stadium; however, the duel between them will not take place at that venue. Cruz Azul was supposed to move to the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, but the match on matchday 14 will not be played there, as the celestes will be the home team.
According to reports close to the operation, it was agreed in the negotiations between the boards that Cruz Azul would not play as home against Pumas at the mentioned stadium, so an alternative venue is being sought for the match. Finally, it was confirmed that the game will be held at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc, located in a state near the capital.
The Estadio Cuauhtémoc has been chosen as the venue for the matchup, having previously hosted matches of teams other than the home team, such as América, Pachuca, and the first leg final between Águilas and Rayados. Other options considered by Cruz Azul to host the game were Estadio Morelos and Estadio Corregidora, home of the Gallos Blancos de Querétaro.
