Liga MX and Cruz Azul address the death of a fan after a match at the CU

Cruz Azul's 2-0 victory over Monterrey on Saturday night unfortunately took a back seat.

With goals from Jesús Orozco and Ángel Sepúlveda, the "Máquina" defeated the Rayados at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario in an early Liguilla match.

However, the sky-blue victory did not end as expected , due to the unfortunate situation that occurred after the match ended.

The General Directorate of Analysis, Protection and University Security (DGAPSU) of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) reported the following day that a fan died while being removed from one of the CU parking lots .

"As the crowd was being evacuated, a person, apparently intoxicated, verbally and physically assaulted the stadium's security personnel, violently impeding their work. The security personnel subdued the person and handed him over to the authorities. During the transfer, he fainted, so paramedics were immediately called in to provide the necessary medical attention. Despite efforts to revive him, he showed no vital signs," the DGAPSU posted on its social media.

He also reported that "four people are currently under investigation by the Public Prosecutor's Office" and that he will provide "all available evidence to clarify what happened."

Cruz Azul's position on the fan's death

On Monday morning, La Máquina's management released an official statement expressing its position on the fan's death.

"CF Cruz Azul has learned of the unfortunate events that occurred around the Estadio Olímpico Universitario following last Saturday's match. The club supports the family and friends of fan Rodrigo Mondragón and calls on the authorities to quickly clarify the events," it shared on social media.

In addition, the Celeste team assured that it will redouble its efforts to maintain security at CU , for the well-being of the people who come to the building.

"Although this incident occurred outside the Estadio Olímpico Universitario and these operations are not part of the club's responsibilities, Cruz Azul is committed to maintaining constant preventive review of the protocols for the benefit of the fans, always within the scope of its own powers and with the best disposition to collaborate with the authorities of the University and Mexico City," stated the board of directors of the La Noria team.

Liga MX also speaks out

Liga MX issued a statement Sunday night mourning the death of fan Rodrigo Mondragón. The organization expressed its condolences to the family of the deceased supporter .

The League also reported that it remains vigilant about the investigations being conducted by the Mexico City Attorney General's Office, which arrested four Civil Protection agents involved in Mondragón's arrest outside the stadium . It reiterated its commitment to safety at sporting events and its willingness to collaborate with authorities in solving the case.

"At 11:28 p.m., the stadium was completely unoccupied, and at 11:45 p.m., the post-match security meeting was held with all the authorities involved in the operation, where no incidents were reported. At 12:00 a.m., the Monterrey Club bus left, and finally, the Commissioners left the stadium at 12:20 a.m., without being aware of the unfortunate incident in question."

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