Rafael Baca

34-Year-Old MidfielderM

Free Agent

Mexico

Height 1.7

Weight 73

DOB 9/11/1989

Birthplace Tuxpan, Mexico

Released by Cruz Azul

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July 6, 2023

Baca has left Cruz Azul after the Clausura 2023 tournament, according to the club.

ANALYSIS
Baca lost his priority position within the Cruz Azul squad in recent years, and a combination of unconvincing performances and pressure from the fans made his departure inevitable. He made over 200 appearances for the club since 2014, playing most of the time as a defensive midfielder.

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Offered to Liga MX clubs

MCruz Azul

November 11, 2022

Cruz Azul are offering Baca to other Liga MX clubs, according to Luis de la Cruz of SoyFutbol.

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Once a key player with the club, Baca's persistent mistakes and below-average performances have led him to this situation. However, no Liga MX club has shown the intention to sign him, although it's still early and things could change in the coming weeks.

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Not in squad against Santos

MCruz Azul

April 29, 2023

Baca is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Santos Laguna due to personal reasons, Adrian Esparza of TUDN reports.

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Suspended two games

MCruz Azul

August 25, 2022

Baca received an extended suspension following his red card in last weekend's loss to America.

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Sent off in loss

MCruz Azul

August 21, 2022

Baca made two interceptions and received a red card during Saturday's 7-0 loss to America.

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Provides assist in victory

MCruz Azul

July 30, 2022

Baca assisted once to go with two interceptions and one scoring chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Necaxa.

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Scores opener in win

MCruz Azul

July 4, 2022

Baca scored a goal off his lone shot during Saturday's 3-2 win over Tigres.

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