Erik Lira

25-Year-Old Midfielder/DefenderM/D
Cruz Azul
Liga MX
OUT
Injury Not Injury Related
Est. Return 6/11/2026
DOB 5/8/2000
Gets NT call-up, out for club
M/DCruz Azul
OUT
April 28, 2026
Lira is ruled out for the decisive rounds of the Liga MX tournament due to his participation in an early training camp prior to the World Cup, according to the Mexican national team.
ANALYSIS
Lira was a key player for the Cementeros throughout the latest Liga MX campaign, but his absence could lead to increased playing time for Amaury Garcia. Despite featuring as a defender for his club, the 25-year-old is expected to operate in a holding midfield role with Mexico, and he's projected to see significant minutes if Edson Alvarez (ankle) is not fully fit at the beginning of the competition.
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Set Pieces / Depth Chart
Cruz AzulCruz Azul 2025 Set Piece Crosses and Shots
J.Jose Paradela
A.Agustin Palavecino
C.Carlos Rodriguez
Carlos Rotondi
L.Luka Romero
Gabriel Fernandez
G.Gonzalo Piovi
A.Andres Montano
Angel Marquez
E.Erik Lira
O.Omar Campos
Christian Ebere
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  1. Erik LiraOUT
  2. Willer Ditta
  3. Gonzalo Piovi
  4. Omar Campos
  5. Jesus OrozcoOUT
  6. Jorge Rodarte
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Wins seven duels in draw
M/DCruz Azul
OUT
April 12, 2026
Lira had one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against America.
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Defensive effort in draw
M/DCruz Azul
OUT
November 28, 2025
Lira recorded three clearances in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Guadalajara.
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Starting versus Tuzos
M/DCruz Azul
OUT
February 8, 2025
Lira (quadriceps) has been included in Cruz Azul's starting lineup to face Pachuca on Saturday.
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Could play Saturday
M/DCruz Azul
OUT
February 7, 2025
Lira (quadriceps) has a high chance of returning for the weekend's match against Pachuca, Adrian Esparza of TUDN reported Thursday.
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Scores once in win
M/DCruz Azul
OUT
January 31, 2025
Lira (undisclosed) scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-1 victory over Club Necaxa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30th minute.
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