# Cruz Azul Fans Forced to Remove Jerseys Before Pumas Match

> Cruz Azul fans must remove jerseys to enter stadium ahead of Pumas clash.
- Title: Cruz Azul Fans Forced to Remove Jerseys Before Pumas Match
- Summary: Cruz Azul fans must remove jerseys to enter stadium ahead of Pumas clash. Cruz Azul supporters were forced to remove jerseys at Mexico City's stadium before…
- Keywords: cruz azul, pumas, ciudad de mexico, estadio olímpico universitario, mexican football, liga mx, security measures, fan rivalry, sports, Cruz, Azul, Fans
- Source: SI Mexico — https://si.com/mx/liga-mx/aficionados-obligados-quitarse-playera-cruz-azul-cu-previo-partido-ante-pumas
- Published: 2026-10-12T18:27:25+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: cruz azul, pumas, ciudad de mexico, estadio olímpico universitario, mexican football, liga mx, security measures, fan rivalry, sports
## Fans barred from wearing team jerseys
In Mexican football, fans cannot wear team jerseys into stadiums.
## Cruz Azul fans forced to remove jerseys
At the recent Pumas vs Cruz Azul match in Mexico City, blue fans were ordered to remove jerseys to enter.
## Match held on October 11
The game took place on Sunday, October 11 at Mexico City's Olympic University Stadium.
## Rivalry extends beyond the pitch
The rivalry between Pumas and Cruz Azul has led to violence and threats online.
## Social media threats circulated
Online messages warned blue fans they would face violence if they attended the match.
## Security deployed 2,261 officers
Mexico City's security department deployed 2,261 police officers around the stadium.
## Fans divided into zones
The stadium separated fans into zones for each team, but some groups were blocked.
## Cruz Azul fans required to cover jerseys
Fans wearing Cruz Azul jerseys were told to remove or cover them to enter.
## Student fan expresses frustration
A student fan said he couldn't enter with his team colors because he studied at UNAM.

> Soy universitario y no puedo venir aquí con los colores de mi equipo
## Two friends face different treatment
Two friends, one for Pumas and one for Cruz Azul, had different experiences entering.
## One friend passes through easily
One friend passed through without issues after wearing a Pumas jersey.
## Other fan wore red jacket to enter
Another fan wore a red jacket to enter the stadium as a neutral.
## Rivalry history includes violence
Past incidents include violence at Cruz Azul celebrations in 2026 and 2025.
## Match ended in 3-3 draw
The match ended in a 3-3 draw without major incidents.
## Key takeaway

Cruz Azul supporters were forced to remove jerseys at Mexico City's stadium before a Pumas match due to security concerns.