“Raphael Veiga opens the scoring for América with clinical finish to break Mazatlán resistance”
Pivotal“Sebastián Santos commits crucial foul and receives yellow card, leading to decisive free-kick”
“Lima converts from free-kick situation to seal América's victory with well-placed finish”
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América
Mazatlán
Outstanding performance
América•MidfielderAmérica dominated proceedings at the Azteca, controlling the match from early on with persistent attacking pressure that finally paid off just before halftime. Raphael Veiga broke the deadlock in the 43rd minute, capitalizing on América's sustained pressure that had seen Ricardo Rodríguez make several crucial saves to keep Mazatlán in the contest. The hosts continued their relentless approach in the second half, with Lima sealing the victory nine minutes from time after converting from a free-kick situation. Mazatlán struggled to create meaningful chances throughout, with América's attacking quartet of Veiga, Lima, Álex Zendejas and Érick Sánchez proving too much to handle for the visitors' defense.
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The fourth official has indicated that there will be 5 minutes of stoppage time.
Missed opportunity! Ramón Juárez from Club América heads the ball from the right side of the penalty area, but it goes wide to the right. The chance was set up by Thiago Espinosa, who delivered a cross after a corner kick.
Corner kick awarded to Club América, following a foul by Lucas Merolla.
Alexis GutiérrezShot on goal denied. Alexis Gutiérrez from Club América takes a left-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but the goalkeeper makes the save.
Substitution for Club América: Alexis Gutiérrez comes on to take the place of Érick Sánchez.
Substitution for Club América: Alan Cervantes comes on to take the place of Raphael Veiga.
assist: Raphael Veiga
Goal! Club América leads 2-0 against Mazatlán. Lima scores with a right-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, placing the ball into the bottom right corner. The assist came from Raphael Veiga after a set piece play.
Sebastián SantosYellow CardSebastián Santos from Mazatlán receives a yellow card for committing a serious foul.
Thiago Espinosa from Club América earns a free kick on the left side of the field.
Sebastián Santos from Mazatlán commits a foul.
Thiago Espinosa from Club América earns a free kick on the left side of the field.
Sebastián Santos from Mazatlán commits a foul.
Érick Sánchez from Club América is awarded a free kick on the right side of the field.
Billy Arce commits a foul for Mazatlán.
Missed opportunity. Érick Sánchez from Club América took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
Substitution for Club América: Lima comes on to take the place of Álex Zendejas.
Substitution for Club América: Thiago Espinosa comes on to take the place of Brian Rodríguez.
Missed opportunity! Fábio Gomes from Mazatlán took a left-footed shot from the center of the box after a corner kick, but it went wide.
Corner kick awarded to Mazatlán after Álex Zendejas allowed the ball to go out.
Corner kick awarded to Mazatlán after Israel Reyes allowed the ball to go out.
The shot is denied. Gabriel López from Mazatlán tries a left-footed effort from the left side of the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Dudu Teodora.
Érick Sánchez of Club América earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Billy Arce from Mazatlán is exhibiting risky behavior on the field.
Jonathan dos Santos from Club América earns a free kick in the opponent's half.
Billy Arce commits a foul for Mazatlán.
The shot is deflected. Álex Zendejas from Club América takes a left-footed attempt from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked.
Lucas MerollaYellow CardLucas Merolla from Mazatlán receives a yellow card for committing a foul.
Jonathan dos Santos from Club América earns a free kick in the opponent's half.
Lucas Merolla from Mazatlán commits a foul.
Substitution for Mazatlán: Billy Arce comes on to take the place of Josué Ovalle.
Substitution for Mazatlán: Fábio Gomes comes on to take the place of Brian Rubio.
Substitution for Mazatlán: Fábio Gomes comes on to take the place of Brian Rubio.
Substitution for Mazatlán: Mauro Laínez comes on to take the place of Mauro Zaleta.
Sebastián Santos from Mazatlán commits a foul.
Cristián Borja of Club América earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Cristián Borja from Club América earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Missed opportunity! Patricio Salas from Club América heads the ball from the center of the box, but it goes just wide to the right. The chance was set up by a cross from Brian Rodríguez after a corner kick.
Corner kick awarded to Club América, following a concession by José Esquivel.
Corner kick awarded to Club América, following a foul by José Esquivel.
Corner kick awarded to Mazatlán after a deflection off Brian Rodríguez.
Corner kick awarded to Mazatlán after Brian Rodríguez allowed the ball to go out.
Cristián Borja from Club América committed a foul.
Dudu Teodora from Mazatlán earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Brian RodríguezA shot on goal was thwarted. Brian Rodríguez from Club América took a right-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but Ricardo Rodríguez from Mazatlán made a save right in the middle of the goal, with assistance from Patricio Salas.
Raphael Veiga from Club América commits a handball.
José Esquivel from Mazatlán commits a foul.
Brian Rodríguez from Club América commits a handball.
Yoel Bárcenas from Mazatlán earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Jonathan dos Santos from Club América commits a foul.
Missed opportunity! Ramón Juárez from Club América had a header from the center of the box that was nearly on target but went just to the left. The chance was set up by Brian Rodríguez, who delivered a cross after a corner kick.
Corner kick awarded to Club América, following a foul by Facundo Almada.
Offside call against Club América. Álex Zendejas has been flagged for being in an offside position.
Offside call against Club América. Álex Zendejas has been flagged for being offside.
Missed opportunity! Josué Ovalle from Mazatlán took a left-footed shot from the center of the penalty area after a quick counterattack.
Patricio Salas from Club América earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
José Esquivel from Mazatlán committed a foul.
The second half is underway with the scoreline reading Club América 1, Mazatlán 0.
The first half concludes with Club América leading Mazatlán 1-0.
Missed opportunity! Mauro Zaleta from Mazatlán took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area that was close, but it went just to the left of the goal. He was assisted by Josué Ovalle.
Missed opportunity. Mauro Zaleta from Mazatlán took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
Missed opportunity! Brian Rodríguez from Club América takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it narrowly misses the top right corner of the goal.
Érick SánchezShot on goal denied. Érick Sánchez from Club América takes a right-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but the goalkeeper makes the save.
Yoel Bárcenas from Mazatlán earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Foul committed by Patricio Salas of Club América.
Substitution for Mazatlán: José Esquivel comes on to replace Jair Díaz, who has been injured.
The pause has ended. They're set to resume play.
The game is currently on hold due to an injury to Jair Díaz from Mazatlán.
A shot attempt is thwarted. Josué Ovalle from Mazatlán tries a left-footed strike from the left side of the penalty area, but it gets blocked. Mauro Zaleta provided the assist.
Álex ZendejasShot on goal denied. Álex Zendejas from Club América directed a header from the middle of the box, but Ricardo Rodríguez from Mazatlán made a save right in front of the goal. The assist came from Jonathan dos Santos.
Shot goes wide. Érick Sánchez from Club América takes a right-footed strike from outside the penalty area.
Attempt goes wide. Patricio Salas from Club América heads the ball from the middle of the penalty area.
Raphael VeigaThe shot was blocked. Raphael Veiga from Club América took a left-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but the goalkeeper made the save.
Yoel Bárcenas from Mazatlán earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Álex Zendejas from Club América commits a foul.
Raphael Veiga from Club América earns a free kick in the defensive zone.
Foul committed by Josué Ovalle of Mazatlán.
Raphael Veiga from Club América earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
Corner kick awarded to Club América, following a concession by Facundo Almada.
Corner kick awarded to Club América, following a foul by Facundo Almada.
Israel Reyes from Club América committed a foul.
Israel Reyes from Club América committed a foul.
Brian Rubio from Mazatlán earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
The attempt is thwarted. Israel Reyes from Club América heads the ball from the middle of the penalty area, but it's blocked. The cross was delivered by Kevin Álvarez.
The pause has ended. They’re set to resume play.
Ricardo RodríguezThe game has been paused due to an injury to Ricardo Rodríguez from Mazatlán.
Ricardo RodríguezCorner kick awarded to Club América, following a foul by Ricardo Rodríguez.
Kevin ÁlvarezA shot on goal has been thwarted. Kevin Álvarez from Club América took a right-footed attempt from the right side of the penalty area, but Ricardo Rodríguez from Mazatlán made a great save, pushing it away in the top right corner. The opportunity was set up by Cristián Borja, who delivered a cross.
A shot attempt is thwarted. Raphael Veiga from Club América tries a left-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Jonathan dos Santos.
A shot is thwarted. Raphael Veiga from Club América tries a left-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Jonathan dos Santos.
Ricardo RodríguezCorner kick awarded to Club América, following a foul by Ricardo Rodríguez.
Cristián BorjaCristián Borja from Club América took a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but Ricardo Rodríguez from Mazatlán made a great save, keeping the ball out of the top right corner. The attempt was set up by Érick Sánchez.
The shot was deflected. Álex Zendejas of Club América tried to score with a right-footed effort from outside the penalty area, but his attempt was blocked. Jonathan dos Santos provided the assist.
Raphael Veiga from Club América earns a free kick in the offensive half of the field.
Brian Rubio from Mazatlán commits a foul.
Missed opportunity. Brian Rodríguez from Club América took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
Israel Reyes from Club América committed a foul.
Brian Rubio from Mazatlán earns a free kick in his team's defensive zone.
The attempt is thwarted. Raphael Veiga from Club América takes a shot with his right foot from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked.
Close call! Facundo Almada from Mazatlán just missed the target with a header from point-blank range after a corner kick, sending the ball slightly over the bar.
Corner kick awarded to Mazatlán, following a play that was defended by Rodolfo Cota.
Shot on goal thwarted. Yoel Bárcenas from Mazatlán takes a right-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but Rodolfo Cota of Club América makes a fantastic save in the top right corner.
Israel Reyes from Club América committed a foul.
Brian Rubio from Mazatlán earns a free kick in the opponent's half.
Brian RodríguezPenalty denied! Brian Rodríguez from Club América had his right-footed attempt stopped.
Lucas Merolla from Mazatlán has given away a penalty due to a handball inside the penalty area.
VAR Review: Potential Penalty for Club América Under Examination.
A shot attempt is thwarted. Kevin Álvarez from Club América tries to score with his right foot from the right side of the penalty area, but the attempt is blocked.
The opening half is underway...
The team rosters have been revealed, and the athletes are getting ready on the field.
