The match held on Sunday at the BBVA Bancomer Stadium concluded with a 2-2 draw between Monterrey and America.
CF Monterrey took an early lead when Fidel Ambriz scored from open play in the 16th minute. Then, just before halftime, Sergio Canales doubled their advantage in the 43rd minute. However, Club América showed resilience as Rodrigo Aguirre netted a goal in the 37th minute, followed by a header from Ramón Juárez in the 43rd minute of the second half, leveling the match.
Sergio Ramos delivered an impressive performance for Monterrey, effectively clearing ten dangerous attempts from America.
Similarly, Ramón Juárez’s contribution was crucial for Club América, as he not only scored once but also blocked two threatening shots.
Monterrey’s head coach, Domènec Torrent, employed a tactical setup of 4-5-1, featuring Santiago Mele in goal, with a defensive line of Ricardo Chávez, Sergio Ramos, Víctor Guzmán, and Gerardo Arteaga. The midfield consisted of Oliver Torres, Fidel Ambriz, Jorge Rodríguez, Sergio Canales, and Lucas Ocampos, while Germán Berterame led the attack.
On the other side, André Jardine’s Club América mirrored a 4-5-1 formation with Luis Malagón guarding the net; Sebastián Cáceres, Ramón Juárez, Cristian Borja, and Israel Reyes in defense; Alan Cervantes, Alexis Gutiérrez, Dagoberto Espinoza, Alejandro Zendejas, and José Zúñiga in midfield; and Allan Saint-Maximin up front.
Victor Cáceres Hernández officiated the match, ensuring smooth proceedings.
In their upcoming fixtures, Monterrey will travel to face Toluca FC, while Club América is set to play against Atl. de San Luis away.
This result places Monterrey second in the league standings with 22 points, while Club América remains fourth with 18 points.
Substitutions for CF Monterrey
80’ 2T – Germán Berterame off for Stefan Medina
85’ 2T – Jorge Rodríguez off for Erick Aguirre
90’ 2T – Oliver Torres off for Anthony Martial
Substitutions for Club América
25’ 1T – Dagoberto Espinoza off for Kevin Álvarez
45’ 2T – Alan Cervantes off for Álvaro Fidalgo
67’ 2T – José Zúñiga off for Rodrigo Aguirre and Alexis Gutiérrez off for Érick Sánchez
78’ 2T – Israel Reyes off for Brian Rodríguez
Yellow card for Club América:
13’ 2T Alexis Gutiérrez (Unsporting behavior)