Streaking Cruz Azul tops Liga MX Power Rankings

Even Liga MX also-rans have playoff hopes

9. Tijuana

The Xolos barked themselves out too early, starting the Guardianes 2021 3-3-0 but going 1-1-5 since. Coach Pablo Guede could be job-hunting come May.

10. Pachuca

The Tuzos coughed up 2 points against the Pumas Sunday, conceding two goals after the 90-minute mark and settling for a draw, ending a three-game win streak.

11. Tigres

The aging northerners escaped Estadio Corregidora with a win thanks to a late, late goal by defender Diego Reyes. But barely defeating Querétaro, a team with roughly one-third the payroll of the Tigres, is more of a headache than a relief for coach “Tuca” Ferretti.

12. UNAM

Last season’s losing Liga MX finalist has lost six times through 13 games (the Pumas lost only once last season) and is one of only two Liga MX teams yet to hit double figures in goals scored.

13. Mazatlán FC

Tomás Boy has his guys playing a physical, feisty style, but the results are not coming. Still, the Purple Gang has a shot at a wildcard spot.

14. Atlético de San Luis

The Tuneros are a hard-luck bunch. They just can’t catch a break. As a result they are in danger of being stuck with a 120 million-peso penalty for finishing last in the “Relegation Standings.”

15. Guadalajara

It must be maddening to be a Chivas fan. There seems to be a disconnect between what coach Víctor Manuel Vucetich tells his players in the locker room and what takes place on the pitch.

16. Necaxa

Rayos fans are hopeful that new coach Guillermo Vázquez will get his wish for a summertime influx of talent.

17. Querétaro

The Gallos Blancos could make the playoffs despite boasting the lowest payroll in Liga MX. A road game at León this weekend is their first stumbling block, however.

18. FC Juárez

The Bravos are ineffective on offense and light on defense. Other than that …