America Secures Direct Liguilla Spot with Draw Against Mazatlán FC

In a thrilling match on October 25, 2025, Club América secured a direct spot in the Liguilla with a 2-2 draw against Mazatlán FC. Despite the result, América showed signs of struggle as they continue to navigate the closing stages of the tournament.

Match Overview

The game took place at the Estadio Mazatlán, where América was tested by one of the league’s lower-ranked teams. The draw preserved América’s position in the playoff race, but the team’s overall performance raises concerns.

Key Events

• Brian Rodríguez: The Uruguayan player was pivotal for América, scoring a brilliant goal late in the match to equalize.
• First Goal: Mauro Zaleta of Mazatlán netted his first career goal in the Primera División, giving the home team a brief lead.
• Injuries: Álvaro Fidalgo re-injured his knee and had to leave the field, while Jonathan Dos Santos made his return after several weeks out due to an injury.
• Defensive Reinforcements: Sebastián Cáceres returned to the starting lineup after suspension, providing needed stability to the defense.

Match Stats

Both teams showcased their strengths and weaknesses. America’s inability to secure a win points to a lack of cohesion, notably against a struggling Mazatlán team. The following players comprised the starting lineups:

Looking Ahead

The result keeps Mazatlán’s hopes alive in the tournament, as they will now focus on securing a win against Querétaro to improve their playoff positioning. Meanwhile, América aims to regain its winning form when they host León in their next match, as they continue to seek the top of the league standings.