Mexico football rivalry

Clásico Joven

Club América v Cruz Azul

Rivalry intensity

Ground separation 5.8 miles

Club América and Cruz Azul contest the Clásico Joven. The Mexico City rivalry grew rapidly after Cruz Azul's rise in the 1960s and a series of important league and final meetings.

Rivalry ground map

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Stadium location

The rivalry grounds

Club América

Estadio Azteca · 87,000 capacity

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Cruz Azul

Estadio Azul · 33,000 capacity

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Things to do near the rivalry grounds

Attractions, tours and activities around the midpoint of the two stadiums.

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