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América vs. Cruz Azul: Champions Cup Clash Tuesday
América and Cruz Azul Face Off in Champions Cup Clash
Club América and Cruz Azul will clash in a highly anticipated CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal match Tuesday at 9:05 p.m. ET at the Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium in Mexico City. This is the first leg of a two-legged series; the teams will meet again in April, along with a league match on Matchday 15.
América enters the match as Liga MX leaders, boasting a 30-point record from nine wins, three draws, and just one loss in 13 matches. Their recent form is strong, with a 3-0 victory over Tigres UANL on Saturday at the Ciudad de los Deportes, featuring a brace from Brian Rodríguez and a goal by Víctor Dávila. Prior to that, they secured a 3-1 win against Atlas, with Rodrigo Aguirre scoring twice and Cristian Calderón adding another. América also advanced in the Champions League, overcoming Chivas de Guadalajara 4-1 on aggregate after a 4-0 second-leg victory.
Cruz Azul, meanwhile, is undergoing a period of transition. Coach Andre Jardine acknowledges the changes within the team, stating, "Cruz Azul isn't the same, nor are we. Studying the opponent is important. They have new, good players, and new variations with the new coach." While Bryan Rodríguez dismissed focusing on their opponent’s specifics, Lorenzo Faravelli highlighted the importance of playing at home, emphasizing the team's connection with their fans at the Ciudad de los Deportes. He noted, "Even though it's painted a different color today, we'll try to paint it blue."
The game is expected to be closely contested. One player to watch is Bryan Rodríguez, who has been instrumental in América's recent success. For Cruz Azul, the experience of Uriel Antuna and the attacking prowess of recent acquisition Santiago Giménez (who scored 21 goals in 105 matches with Cruz Azul before moving to AC Milan) will be key. The clash promises a thrilling encounter, decided by fine margins, as América aims to maintain its winning streak while Cruz Azul seeks to upset their rivals. The match will not be televised on USA channels. Streaming options include FuboTV.
Club América and Cruz Azul will clash in a highly anticipated CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal match Tuesday at 9:05 p.m. ET at the Ciudad de los Deportes Stadium in Mexico City. This is the first leg of a two-legged series; the teams will meet again in April, along with a league match on Matchday 15.
América enters the match as Liga MX leaders, boasting a 30-point record from nine wins, three draws, and just one loss in 13 matches. Their recent form is strong, with a 3-0 victory over Tigres UANL on Saturday at the Ciudad de los Deportes, featuring a brace from Brian Rodríguez and a goal by Víctor Dávila. Prior to that, they secured a 3-1 win against Atlas, with Rodrigo Aguirre scoring twice and Cristian Calderón adding another. América also advanced in the Champions League, overcoming Chivas de Guadalajara 4-1 on aggregate after a 4-0 second-leg victory.
Cruz Azul, meanwhile, is undergoing a period of transition. Coach Andre Jardine acknowledges the changes within the team, stating, "Cruz Azul isn't the same, nor are we. Studying the opponent is important. They have new, good players, and new variations with the new coach." While Bryan Rodríguez dismissed focusing on their opponent’s specifics, Lorenzo Faravelli highlighted the importance of playing at home, emphasizing the team's connection with their fans at the Ciudad de los Deportes. He noted, "Even though it's painted a different color today, we'll try to paint it blue."
The game is expected to be closely contested. One player to watch is Bryan Rodríguez, who has been instrumental in América's recent success. For Cruz Azul, the experience of Uriel Antuna and the attacking prowess of recent acquisition Santiago Giménez (who scored 21 goals in 105 matches with Cruz Azul before moving to AC Milan) will be key. The clash promises a thrilling encounter, decided by fine margins, as América aims to maintain its winning streak while Cruz Azul seeks to upset their rivals. The match will not be televised on USA channels. Streaming options include FuboTV.
