The Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 features a compelling Liga MX rivalry. Chivas Guadalajara and Club America, rivals in Mexican soccer’s El Super Clasico, are set to clash. Beyond Champions Cup advancement, a league match between the two legs intensifies this encounter, resulting in three matches within a week. While Club America has recently dominated Liga MX, Chivas aims to assert themselves as strong contenders, starting with a victory at Estadio Akron on Wednesday.
How to Watch
- Date: Wednesday, March 5
- Location: Estadio Akron — Zapopan, Mexico
- TV: TUDN
- Live stream: Fubo TV (Try for free)
- Odds: Chivas +205; Draw +210; Club America +111
Storylines
Chivas: Chivas has experienced an inconsistent start in league play, winning only two of their recent five matches. Despite this, they have progressed in the Concacaf Champions Cup. Defender Luis Olivas is the only player unavailable due to injury, providing manager Gerardo Espinoza with a largely complete squad.
Chivas predicted XI: Jose Rangel, Miguel Tapias, Gilberto Sepulveda, Jose Castillo, Mateo Chavez, Fernando Gonzalez, Fernando Beltran, Alan Mozo, Luis Romo, Chicharito, Roberto Alvarado
Club America: In contrast, Club America is currently unbeaten in their last three matches. They are expected to contend for victory in every match and possess a deep roster capable of securing wins in various game scenarios.
Club America predicted XI: Luis Malagon, Cristian Borja, Ramon Juarez Del Castillo, Israel Reyes, Kevin Alvarez, Alan Cervantes, Brian Rodriguez, Alvaro Fidalgo, Erick Sanchez, Alex Zendejas, Henry Martin
Prediction
Despite playing in a hostile environment, Club America, led by Henry Martin, is predicted to secure a Champions Cup victory, thanks to a crucial away goal. Pick: Chivas 1, Club America 2
