Liga MX Gameweek 2, Apertura
Atlante FC 1 - 1 FT Club America
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
C. Borja (I. Violante) 21'
26' M. Herrera
K. Alvarez 41'
HT
57' ↓ W. Clar ↑E. Jimenez
65' E. Pizzuto (Jhojan Julio)
E. Sanchez 67'
H. Martin 67'
↓ Raphael Veiga ↑A. H. Gutierrez Torres 75'
↓ K. Alvarez ↑P. Salas 75'
76' ↓ E. Pizzuto ↑J. Ibarra
76' ↓ M. Fernandez ↑L. Mejia
76' ↓ J. N. Carrera ↑S. Garcia
↓ H. Martin ↑A. Cardenas 80'
↓ C. Borja ↑F. Rossano 86'
87' ↓ L. Calzadilla ↑D. Gonzalez
89' E. Jimenez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Atlante FC
Goalkeepers
Óscar Jiménez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Walter Portales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolas Carrera
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Eduardo Tercero 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Luis Sánchez
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Walter Clar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Midfielders
Eugenio Pizzuto 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Martín Fernández
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Luis Calzadilla 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Forwards
Luis Puente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jhojan Julio 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
BENCH
Roberto Barragan 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Armando Escobar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Axl Padilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leonardo Mejía
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javier Ibarra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rubén Coubert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jairón Charcopa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Club America
Goalkeepers
Rodolfo Cota
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Dagoberto Espinoza 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ramón Juárez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Miguel Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Midfielders
Erick Sánchez 
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
70
Passes
14
Duels
Ícaro
MAGNET
68
Activity
68
Activity
58
Passes
10
Duels
Isaías Violante 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
1
Assists
20%
Pass Acc
Raphael Veiga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Cristián Borja
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Henry Martín
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
BENCH
Fernando Tapia
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Franco Rossano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emilio Lara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexis Gutiérrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Osvaldo Arriaga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ricardo González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Patricio Salas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Cardenas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adrián Fernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Stalemate in Sinaloa: Atlante and America Share Spoils
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 12/100. A gritty, low-rhythm encounter at Estadio Banorte leaves both sides with a single point that accurately reflects a frustrating lack of attacking enterprise.
The Tactical Cage
The initial exchanges set a rather dour tone for the evening. A remarkably low Intensity rating tells the story of an opening phase completely devoid of true risk or attacking bravery. Atlante deliberately set up a rigid, uncompromising defensive structure here at Estadio Banorte, effectively daring Club America to try and break them down. Despite controlling possession, the visitors resorted to predictable, horizontal passes that asked very few questions. Veteran goalkeeper Humberto Hernández marshalled the home defence with absolute authority, ensuring the early tempo resembled a casual training ground exercise rather than a fiercely contested Liga MX showdown. The central midfield zones quickly devolved into a tactical swamp, ruthlessly suffocating any creative spark before it could even get near the penalty area.
A Fleeting Glimpse of Action
The overarching tactical deadlock did eventually break, though it felt more like a momentary defensive lapse than any sustained attacking brilliance. The fundamental Balance of the pitch briefly shifted when striker Henry Martín attempted to drag his lethargic side forward, dropping deep to link play and bypass the midfield congestion. A sudden, chaotic exchange of goals temporarily gave the crowd the illusion that an expansive thriller might suddenly break out, nudging the scoreline to 1-1. However, rather than throwing caution to the wind, both tactical setups immediately reverted to their deeply conservative baselines. Instead of leveraging the newfound momentum to chase a decisive winner, the respective midfields retreated into rigid banks of four. The Upset Factor lingered faintly in the stadium air with the hosts frustrating their illustrious opponents, but a distinct lack of overlapping runs killed the spectacle.
Settling for Mediocrity
As the referee's watch ticked down in this Apertura round two fixture, a frustratingly mutual acceptance of the draw washed over the pitch. The relatively modest early-season Stakes clearly influenced the deeply conservative mindset on both benches, with both coaching staffs seemingly concluding that a single point was far preferable to risking a late defensive collapse. A flurry of pragmatic substitutions further disrupted whatever fragmented rhythm remained in the contest, leading to a highly disjointed finale characterised by cynical tactical fouls and completely wasted set-piece opportunities. Ultimately, neither side showed the required ruthlessness in the final third. Both Atlante and Club America will head back to the training ground knowing they have significant attacking issues to resolve if they harbour serious championship ambitions for the remainder of this campaign.
Key Questions
Where was this Liga MX match played?
The match was hosted at Estadio Banorte.
What was the final score between Atlante and Club America?
The teams played out a 1-1 draw in regular time.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Early Apertura clash lacks early fireworks
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 19/100. An early-season Liga MX encounter that offers little immediate drama, making it one for the tactical purists rather than the casual fan.
The Setup
Apertura matchday two arrives at Estadio Banorte on July 25, 2026. Neither Atlante FC nor Club America have found their regular rhythm just yet. A dismal Stakes rating confirms the obvious—it is entirely too early for desperation or panic from either fanbase. The abysmal Form metrics across the board suggest a disjointed affair where both managers are treating the ninety minutes almost like an extension of preseason preparation. The visitors bring an undeniable pedigree to the pitch, but a modest Stars rating hints that maximum intensity is missing this weekend. A notable lack of competitive Balance tells us the away side has the distinct upper hand, but raw motivation will ultimately dictate the match tempo.
Key Battle
The hosts face a massive containment job. Without a designated marquee player in their ranks, Atlante's entire defensive block must stifle America's creative hub by working as an impenetrable collective unit. Álvaro Fidalgo pulls the strings in the midfield engine room. Give him even a yard of space, and A. Saint-Maximin will ruthlessly punish the backline with his electric pace. The home midfield must disrupt early, employ tactical fouls, and frustrate the visitors, or face a very long night under the lights. Throwing A. Zendejas into the attacking mix only complicates the assignment further for the home side.
Our Prediction
Club America to grind out a methodical 2-0 victory. Atlante will sit deep in a low block, absorbing pressure and trying to frustrate the heavy favorites. The visitors have superior quality out wide and will eventually break the stubborn resistance late in the second half once tired legs begin to show. Expect a slow start followed by an inevitable breakthrough.