This Wednesday, Club America and Chivas Guadalajara will clash for the third time in a week, with a coveted spot in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals at stake. After two tightly contested matches in Liga MX and cup play at Chivas’ home stadium, Estadio AKRON, only a single goal separates these Mexican powerhouses. Defenses have been dominant, and tension is high. Now, the scene shifts to Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes in Mexico City, where Club America will rely on their home crowd to turn the tide.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, March 12
- Time: 10:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes — Mexico City, Mexico
- TV: TUDN
- Live stream: Fubo TV (Try for free)
- Odds: Club America -215; Draw +275; Chivas +470
First Leg Recap
Despite Club America’s offensive pressure with 17 shots, it was Chivas who secured a 1-0 victory in the first leg. An own goal by America’s defender Sebastian Caceres in the 77th minute proved decisive, allowing Chivas to adopt a defensive strategy. While a repeat defensive performance might be risky against Club America at home, conceding only one goal again would push the match into extra time, and potentially penalties.
Key Storylines
Club America
Club America boasts an impressive undefeated home record in league play this season, scoring nine goals while conceding only two. Although facing Chivas presents a different challenge, their home advantage in Mexico City makes them a formidable opponent. An early goal could put significant pressure on Chivas, who, despite their recent strong performances, are still considered underdogs. Adding to the intrigue, winger Alex Zendejas will be eager to prove his worth after being surprisingly omitted from the Concacaf Nations League squad for the USMNT.
Predicted Club America XI:
Luis Malagon, Cristian Borja, Ramon Juarez, Sebastian Caceres, Kevin Alvarez, Alvaro Fidalgo, Alan Cervantes, Brian Rodriguez, Erick Sanchez, Alex Zendejas, Henry Martin
Chivas
While Chivas will be pleased to have a lead at this stage of the round of 16, their inability to score from open play in the previous matches is a concern. Traveling to Mexico City to face Club America, any mistake could be costly. However, this high-stakes situation is what makes the round of 16 so captivating, where every play can be decisive.
Predicted Chivas XI:
Jose Rangel, Miguel Tapias, Gilberto Sepulveda, Jose Castillo, Mateo Chavez, Luis Romo, Erick Gutierrez, Alan Mozo, Roberto Alvarado, Alan Pulido, Hugo Camberos
Match Prediction
Expect Club America to capitalize on their home advantage and rediscover their scoring touch. Goals from Martin and Zendejas should see them overcome their recent winless run.
Prediction: Club America 3, Chivas 0
