Cruz Azul sporting director Iván Alonso published an extensive open letter thanking the club’s board, squad, and staff for their solidarity following the death of his mother, Graciela Vallejo, during a difficult personal period.
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The profound loss experienced by the Alonso family prompted an immediate response from across the institution. Ahead of Matchday 15 in the Liga MX, players, coaching staff, and club personnel gathered at midfield for a minute of silence and a shared prayer at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes. The squad wore black armbands during the fixture against León as a visible sign of mourning and respect.
Days after the tribute, the sporting director utilized his social media channels to address the entire organization, expressing gratitude that was subsequently shared across the club’s official media networks.
In his lengthy statement, Alonso detailed the depth of the grief surrounding the passing of his mother, Graciela, while highlighting the profound impact of the club’s backing. Hay momentos en la vida en los que las palabras parecen insuficientes para expresar lo que sentimos. La partida de mi madre, Graciela, ha sido uno de ellos
expressed Alonso.
The sporting director specifically singled out club president Víctor Manuel Velázquez Rangel, alongside the players, the coaching staff led by Joel Huiqui, and his daily colleagues in the sporting department. Mi familia y yo hemos recibido algo que permanecerá para siempre en nuestros corazones: el cariño, el respeto y la cercanía de toda la familia Cruz Azul,
added Alonso.
| Entity Involved | Role / Contribution | Nature of Support |
|---|---|---|
| Víctor Manuel Velázquez | Club President | Institutional backing and direct condolences |
| Joel Huiqui & Staff | Technical Team | Pitchside solidarity and squad unity |
| First-Team Squad | Liga MX Players | Black armbands and pre-match minute of silence |
According to reports from Mediotiempo, the shared mourning process arrived at a critical juncture for Cruz Azul as the team finalized its preparations for the Liguilla.
Alonso closed his message by reiterating his appreciation for the collective empathy shown by the entire institution during their darkest hours.
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A la Familia Cruz Azul, En medio de este profundo dolor, mi familia y yo recibimos algo que permanecerá siempre en nuestros corazones: el cariño, respeto y cercanía de toda la familia Cruz Azul. Muchas gracias.@CruzAzul @CruzAzulSCL pic.twitter.com/7cy7rXPmYw
