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End of the match

Nothing for anyone and they leave everything for the return from the Olympic University

Fidaaaaaalgo

The Little Wizard had it and forgave it. He tried to adjust his body when it was better to take it from the left, and he missed another opportunity for América.

3 added to the clock

The referee has opted to add three minutes to the clock.

Yellow card for Jorge Sánchez

The full-back cut off Chiquito's clear advance and the referee had no choice but to give him a yellow card.

Changes for Cruz Azul

Enter: Amauri Morales

Sale: Charly

Changes for America

Sale: Valdés

Enter: Aguirre

Valdéeeeeees

Ditta lost it on the way out, the Chilean recovered, but failed in his full shot at the goal.

One more of America

Chiquito's header goes over the bar. América forgives again.

Cruz Azul loses idea

10 on the clock and Cru Azul doesn't know what else to do. America must seize the moment.

Changes for America

Enter: Jona

Sale: Zendejas

Yellow card for Ditta

It seems that it wasn't even a foul, but the referee thought otherwise.

Cruz Azul begins to retreat

América is starting to dominate attacks down the left flank, and the Machine no longer knows how to contain them. Falling back seems to be the solution.

Changes for Cruz Azul

Exit: Sepu and Faravelli

Enter: Fernández and Chiquete

Closer to America

Chiquito Sánchez's shot that goes just wide of the goal.

Valdés is forgiven

Yellow card called against the Chilean that the referee lets go by.

A Máaaaaaas of America

It looked like it would be another great goal, given the way they played, the way they connected across the field, and the way the Chilean built up the ball, almost finishing it himself. Valdés came very close to opening the scoring.

Changes for Cruz Azul

Sale: Romero

Enter: Alexis Gutiérrez

Malagooooooooon

Luis Ángel's stunning save from Sepúlveda's header saves América.

Cruz Azul reacts

Little by little, they're starting to take possession and create opportunities in the opponent's box. None as clear as Zendejas's, but at least they're not letting América have the ball.

America stays on top

It seems the conversation with Jardine is starting to have an effect, and the Eagles are looking much more dangerous in this second half start.

What went wrong Zendejaaaaaas

It was supposed to be a real stunner, but Zendejas missed it. The play the Eagles executed is unspeakable, but neither is Alex's finish. América is forgiving.

The complementary season starts

Cruz Azul is forced to score at least one due to the importance of the away goal. América is comfortable with the 0-0 draw, but they'll likely be going for a win once and for all.

We're going to halftime.

Each one with a single clear play. Nothing for anyone at this point, and we go to the break.

Stick and Cruz Azul is saved

Apparently he was slightly offside, but Zendejas fired a ball that hit the crossbar. The Eagles' first dangerous warning.

America can't find where to go

Cruz Azul is closing its lines well and effectively stopping the Azulcres' attacks. Desperation is starting to set in among the three-time champions.

Cruz Azul puts on pause

The final minutes are coming, and the cement workers don't want to risk going into halftime with the score behind. For now, they're cautious with their intentions, but they're keeping the ball in their possession.

America begins to dirty the game

Seeing as they don't have the ball or aren't playing it as they usually do, the Eagles are starting to commit small fouls that serve to slow down advances in non-dangerous areas and keep the cement team's frustration alive.

Luka and Cáceres confront each other

One-on-one after a foul in midfield. I insist, tempers are still running high, and a goal would have to make them explode once and for all.

Cruz Azuuuuuuul is saaaaving

A precise cross for Valdés, who headed it in, and the ball sailed just over the Cementista post. América is slowly beginning to wake up.

Cruz Azul stays on top

The cement manufacturers are not giving up and are seeking the first opportunity in their favor.

America misplaced

The Eagles appear to have been surprised by their performance in these first few minutes. Cruz Azul is looking to capitalize on that to start getting into the game with greater consistency.

Goal disallowed for Cruz Azul

Rivero was slightly offside, which is why the goal wasn't allowed. The Uruguayan's finish had been superb.

America begins to threaten

A pair of key plays where América were threatening, but they couldn't finish. Two defensive lapses by the Cementistas that, fortunately, didn't result in a goal.

Tempers are starting to heat up.

Pushing and shoving on certain plays. The intensity, coupled with the frustration of not yet making a difference, begins to dominate the game.

Few arrivals so far

Too much construction, but without much thought up front. Cruz Azul is making things difficult at times, and América still hasn't had a single clear chance in front of goal.

Yellow card for Rivero

Foul on Zendejas that cuts off progress and the first yellow card of the match.

America takes back the reins

Little by little, the Eagles begin to attack more and regain more possession.

Cruz Azul domina

The Machine has greater possession of the ball, America retreats

The first half begins.

The kickoff blows and the ball rolls. América opens the doors of the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes to Cruz Azul, and we kick off one of the next three matches in this great rivalry. Stay and enjoy this match with the minute-by-minute coverage that AS México has prepared for you.

América and Cruz Azul Clash in CONCACAF Champions Cup Quarterfinal

We’re seeing América enter this contest in peak condition. Under André Jardine, they lead the Liga MX Clausura 2025 with 30 points after 13 matches, showcasing a commanding style that positions them as favorites for a fourth straight domestic title. Their 4-1 rout of Chivas in the CONCACAF Champions Cup round of 16 bolsters their momentum, despite the absence of Henry Martín due to injury. Players like Brian Rodríguez, Víctor Dávila, and Álvaro Fidalgo anchor a potent lineup.

América vs Cruz Azul: Viewing Details and Lineup Projections

We’ve assembled the essentials for América vs Cruz Azul on April 1, 2025, at 7:15 PM CST (adjusted to 8:15 PM EDT for U.S. viewers). Broadcast options include:

• Mexico: Azteca 7 (TV Azteca)
• United States: TUDN, ViX Premium

Here’s what you need to know about América vs Cruz Azul:

1. Dominant Form: América leads Liga MX with a 4-1 CONCACAF win over Chivas.
2. Cruz Azul’s Upset: They topped Seattle Sounders 4-1 in the last round.
3. U.S. Broadcast: Tune in on TUDN and ViX Premium at 8:15 PM EDT.
4. Key Absences: América’s Henry Martín is out injured.
5. High Scoring: Expect over 2.5 goals in this intense rivalry.