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America Faces Early Exit: Can They Overturn 2-0 Deficit?

Summary

  • Club America lost the first leg 2-0 to Monterrey.
  • America hasn't lost five straight home games to Monterrey.
  • Monterrey aims for their first Apertura title since 2019.
America Faces Early Exit: Can They Overturn 2-0 Deficit?

Club America is on the brink of elimination from the Mexican Liga MX Apertura playoffs, having lost the first leg of their quarter-final tie against Monterrey 2-0. The team must now mount a significant comeback at the Estadio Azteca in the second leg to avoid an early exit.

Despite recent losses, Club America boasts a strong historical record at home against Monterrey, remaining unbeaten in their last five league encounters at the Estadio Azteca since August 2020. This resilience offers a glimmer of hope as they seek to overturn the two-goal deficit.

Mongrey, who secured their victory through goals from Sergio Canales and Fidel Ambriz, are now one step closer to the semi-finals. They are pushing for their first Apertura playoff title since 2019, and despite a mixed end to the regular season, they carry momentum into this crucial second leg.

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Monterrey defeated Club America 2-0 in the first leg of their playoff quarter-final.
Club America has a strong home record against Monterrey at the Estadio Azteca, offering a chance for a comeback.
Monterrey's last Apertura playoff title was in 2019.

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